'Reacher' star Alan Ritchson acted in self-defense in neighbor altercation, police say
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Key Points:
- Alan Ritchson, star of Amazon's "Reacher" series, was involved in a physical altercation with a Tennessee neighbor, which was recorded on video and investigated by police.
- Brentwood police determined through video evidence and witness statements that Ritchson acted in self-defense during the incident.
- The conflict began after Ritchson and his children were reportedly riding motorbikes quickly and loudly around the neighborhood, prompting the neighbor, Ronnie Taylor, to confront him.
- Video footage from Ritchson’s perspective shows the escalation, including a physical struggle and Ritchson pushing Taylor to the ground before leaving the scene.
- While police considered a reckless endangerment charge, Ritchson declined to press charges, and with the District Attorney’s agreement, the case was closed with no further action.
