
James Kennedy.
Tiffany Rose/Getty Images for The Brent Shapiro FoundationJames Kennedy will not be charged after his arrest in 2024. for domestic violence.
“I have just been informed by the Burbank City Attorney’s Office that no charges will be filed against James Kennedy,” Kennedy’s attorney Scott Leeman said Us Weekly in a statement on Wednesday, January 22. “I want to thank them for conducting a thorough and professional review of the matter involving my client.”
The statement continued: “Their diligent investigation confirmed what we have maintained from the beginning – there was no basis for charges against Mr. Kennedy. James is grateful to have this matter behind him and looks forward to continuing to focus on his sobriety and his DJ career.”
Kennedy, 32, was arrested last month on a charge of criminal domestic violence after an alleged incident with a girlfriend Ali Luber. He then denied any wrongdoing.
“We are in the process of conducting our own investigation into the allegations made by the Burbank Police Department against James,” Kennedy’s attorneys said. it said in a statement at that time. “We understand there were no injuries and we hope that after a careful review, city attorneys will decide not to file formal charges.”
According to a police report, local officers were called to Kennedy and Luber’s shared residence in Los Angeles after receiving a 911 call about a suspected fight. Kennedy was released from police custody within hours after posting $20,000 bail.
Days later, Luber, 28, broke her silence about the incident.
“Thank you to everyone who reached out with love and support and checked in on me,” she wrote via Instagram Story. “I’m fine and I’m taking the time I need right now. I deeply appreciate the courtesy and respect for my privacy during this time.”
Before the holidays, Luber left her and Kennedy’s residence in favor of an Airbnb with her parents. Neither Bravo star has confirmed whether their relationship is officially over, though a source said us earlier this month friends they believe they are “done”.
According to the insider, Kennedy has told friends they are “just taking a break” and are still in touch.
“Everyone around them thinks they’re done and they can’t come back from it,” the source added.
Kennedy is also focused on his sobriety.
“I’m committed to making meaningful changes in my life,” he wrote via Instagram Story on Dec. 14. “I’m taking time to focus on my sobriety, personal growth and being around my loved ones. Navigating challenging times is not easy, but I am determined to learn, grow and move forward with an amazing support system around me.”
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.