Jackass star Bam Margera surrenders to police over alleged assault
Jackass star Bam Margera surrenders to police over alleged assault
Image source, Getty ImagesBy Madeline HalpertBBC News, New York
A creator and star of the MTV show Jackass s' is being turned into Pennsylvania police over an alleged physical confrontation with his brother, officials said Thursday.
A warrant was issued Monday for the arrest of Brandon "Bam" Margera, according to court documents.
The reality TV star was released on bail after bail was set at $50,000 (£40,000).
Mr. Margera faces charges of assault, harassment and terrorist threats.
He has pleaded not guilty, his attorney told US media.
Police said Mr Margera fled into the woods before arriving at the family home in Chester County, Pennsylvania on Sunday.
According to court documents, soldiers responded to a call for domestic disturbances at home. Mr Margera's brother, musician Jesse Margera, told police the reality star knocked and kicked on his bedroom door and left a threatening note warning him not to call the police .
Later, when the two brothers were both in the kitchen, Bam Margera started punching his brother and punching him in the face, according to the documents.
Image source, Getty ImagesBy Madeline HalpertBBC News, New York
A creator and star of the MTV show Jackass s' is being turned into Pennsylvania police over an alleged physical confrontation with his brother, officials said Thursday.
A warrant was issued Monday for the arrest of Brandon "Bam" Margera, according to court documents.
The reality TV star was released on bail after bail was set at $50,000 (£40,000).
Mr. Margera faces charges of assault, harassment and terrorist threats.
He has pleaded not guilty, his attorney told US media.
Police said Mr Margera fled into the woods before arriving at the family home in Chester County, Pennsylvania on Sunday.
According to court documents, soldiers responded to a call for domestic disturbances at home. Mr Margera's brother, musician Jesse Margera, told police the reality star knocked and kicked on his bedroom door and left a threatening note warning him not to call the police .
Later, when the two brothers were both in the kitchen, Bam Margera started punching his brother and punching him in the face, according to the documents.
Image source, Getty Images
