UPDATE: In a disturbing turn of events, Mingus Reedus, the troubled son of Walking Dead star Norman Reedus and supermodel Helena Christensen, made an alarming comment just a day after his arrest for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend. The 25-year-old model was spotted in New York City on Sunday, July 15, 2023, asking a reporter from The Post, “You want to watch me kill myself?”
This incident follows a serious domestic violence charge against Reedus. Authorities report that he was taken into custody on Saturday after responding to a call regarding a woman threatening suicide after allegedly taking pills. Reports indicate that Mingus allegedly punched his 33-year-old girlfriend in the leg and choked her, lifting her off the ground during the altercation. He has been charged with criminal obstruction of breathing and third-degree assault, among other offenses.
Initially arraigned on Saturday night in Manhattan Criminal Court, he faces additional charges of reckless physical injury and aggravated harassment. Prosecutors claim he used such force that it resulted in visible injuries to the victim. Despite the gravity of the situation, Mingus has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Mingus’ attorney, Priya Chaudhry, who previously represented actor Jonathan Majors, revealed that her client is “concerned” for his girlfriend, suggesting that the couple’s recent breakup contributed to her distress. Chaudhry stated that the victim had taken sleeping pills in a suicide attempt and has since moved out of their shared residence. Notably, she indicated that the victim is “not afraid” of Mingus and has expressed no desire to proceed with the case or press charges.
As the situation unfolds, Mingus has been ordered to maintain a distance from the victim, further complicating the dynamics of their relationship. The couple reportedly had been together for nearly five months before their breakup prompted these troubling events.
Mingus Reedus’ parents, Norman Reedus and Helena Christensen, split when he was just four years old but have maintained a cooperative co-parenting relationship. In 2018, Christensen celebrated Mingus’ high school graduation with a heartwarming post, demonstrating their ongoing support for their son. Meanwhile, Norman Reedus has been engaged to actress Diane Kruger since 2021, and they share a daughter, Nova Tennessee, born in 2018.
This developing story raises serious concerns about mental health and domestic violence, emphasizing the urgent need for support in troubling situations. With new details emerging, the public is left to wonder what the next steps will be for Mingus Reedus and his family as they navigate this crisis.
Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding situation.
