Reality TV star Zeruiah Jones was arrested in Florida. The news was confirmed on Saturday, December 27. Jones is famous for appearing on the We TV show Love After Lockup. Her official mugshot has now spread across social media.
Online jail records show her arrest details. She was booked into the Palm Beach County Jail early Saturday morning. The time was 8:04 a.m. local time. The charges against her are serious.
What are the charges against Zeruiah Jones?
Jones faces two specific charges. The first is a felony. It is for Aggravated Assault with a Weapon. The charge specifies using a deadly weapon but without intent to kill. The second charge is a misdemeanor. It is for Battery, meaning to touch or strike someone.
Local reports link the arrest to a violent incident. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office made the arrest. The charges suggest a physical fight occurred. They also indicate a deadly weapon was involved. It is not yet clear if this was a domestic argument or a public dispute.
What was Zeruiah Jones doing before her arrest?
Just before her arrest, Jones seemed to be having a normal weekend. She and her husband, Troy, were in Florida for events. On Friday night, they held a meet-and-greet with fans. The event was at Cru Lounge in West Palm Beach.
The couple even went live on Facebook from the event. They interacted with viewers online. Later, Jones posted a thankful message on social media. She thanked a local bartender for hosting them. She said they had “good vibes” and “lots of laughs.”
The arrest reportedly happened after this event. She was taken to jail the next morning. It is unknown if her husband, Troy, was also involved or arrested. Neither has publicly commented on the situation.
Who are Zeruiah and Troy Jones?
The couple became known on Love After Lockup. Troy has a past criminal record. He served seven years in prison. His charges were criminal possession and attempted robbery. He and Zeruiah married after his release. They recently had a baby boy in August of this year. His name is Saje Isaac Jones.
The reason for Zeruiah’s arrest remains under investigation. Fans are waiting for more details from the couple or officials.