Cashel Barnett, a contestant from “Love Island,” faces serious charges of assaulting his ex-partner in the presence of their child. Currently held without bail in a Utah jail, the 34-year-old has been charged with felony aggravated assault, felony domestic violence in the presence of a child, and two misdemeanor assault counts. His lawyer, Andrew K. Deesing, stated that Barnett turned himself in and is awaiting a bail hearing scheduled for Thursday, emphasizing the case is still in its early stages.
The allegations stem from an incident reported by the mother of their 1-year-old child, which allegedly occurred on April 10. She described to the police that during an argument, Barnett slapped her and choked her by the neck, lifting her off the ground and slamming her onto a bed. The police report indicated that he applied “continuous pressure,” making it difficult for her to breathe, resulting in blurred vision and a series of concerning physical symptoms, including nausea and memory loss.
Additionally, the report notes that Barnett slapped their child and dismissed the act by saying, “You’re fine.” The woman has expressed fears for her safety, claiming Barnett previously threatened to kill her. Court records showed he remained free for several days after a warrant was issued on May 12.
Barnett, who appeared on the first season of “Love Island” in 2019, is described as a multi-talented individual, playing in various bands and offering personalized video messages. The case continues to develop as authorities assess the serious nature of the allegations and the potential threats to the alleged victim’s safety.
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