Hayden Panettiere’s Boyfriend’s Brother, Who Was Present When She Died, Arrested After Bar Fight
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Key Points:
- Zach Hickerson, brother of Hayden Panettiere's on-again, off-again boyfriend Brian Hickerson, was arrested on suspicion of disorderly conduct following an alleged bar fight in Greenville, South Carolina, and has since been released on bond.
- Both Zach and Brian Hickerson were present when Panettiere was found unresponsive and later died in August, but neither has been charged in connection with her death.
- The incident at Wild Wing Cafe involved alleged intoxication and disorderly behavior, with Brian reportedly involved in an argument and throwing a bar stool; both were detained by police.
- Panettiere's death remains under investigation, with the DEA involved, possibly examining fentanyl's role, while the coroner reported no trauma contributing to her death and confirmed she was in cardiac arrest when found.
- Brian Hickerson has a history of domestic violence charges related to his relationship with Panettiere, including a 2021 conviction for injuring a partner, resulting in jail time and probation.
