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Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting ride-share driver

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Updated 14.1.2026
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Kiefer Sutherland *Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Hollywood Donald Sutherland Los Angeles

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Jan 14 Morning

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The Guardian - World NewsJan 14

Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting ride-share driver

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested in Hollywood early Monday morning on suspicion of assaulting a ride-share driver. Los Angeles police responded to a call and determined that Sutherland allegedly physically assaulted the driver and made criminal threats. The 59-year-old actor was taken into custody and later released after posting $50,000 bail, with a court date scheduled for February 2nd. The ride-share driver did not require medical attention. Sutherland's representatives have not yet commented on the incident.

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BBC News - WorldJan 14

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested in Hollywood on Monday at 12:15 AM PST for allegedly assaulting and threatening a ride-share driver near Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Sutherland entered the vehicle, physically assaulted the driver, and made criminal threats, though the driver was not injured. The 59-year-old actor, known for his roles in "24" and "Designated Survivor," was released after posting a $50,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on February 2nd. The LAPD's Hollywood Division is investigating the incident. Sutherland has a history of prior arrests, including for DUI, assault, and traffic violations.

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Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a ride-share driver.

— Los Angeles police

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The investigation determined that Kiefer Sutherland physically assaulted the driver and made criminal threats.

— police

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Sutherland was released after posting $50,000 bail.

— law enforcement

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He has a court date scheduled for 2 February.

— court records

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The driver did not sustain injuries requiring medical attention.

— Police