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Reality TV Star Cashel Barnett Held Without Bail on Domestic Violence Charges

The former 'Love Island' contestant is accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend in front of their child and faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges in Utah.

Cashel Barnett on, "Love Island" in 2019.
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Overview

  • Cashel Barnett, known for his appearances on 'Love Island USA' and 'The Challenge: USA,' is in custody in Salt Lake County Jail, Utah, on domestic violence charges.
  • He faces two third-degree felony counts of aggravated assault and domestic violence in the presence of a child, along with two misdemeanor assault charges.
  • The alleged assault occurred on April 10, during which Barnett reportedly choked his ex-girlfriend in front of their one-year-old child, leaving her with significant physical injuries.
  • A lethality assessment indicated the victim feared for her life if Barnett were released, prompting prosecutors to seek and obtain a no-bail warrant.
  • Authorities are investigating additional allegations of violence by the same victim, which could lead to further charges ahead of Barnett's detention hearing scheduled for Thursday, May 22.