News Summary
Darius McCrary, known for his role in ‘Family Matters,’ faces extradition to Michigan for owing over $75,000 in child support. After being arrested by U.S. Border Patrol in San Diego, he was denied bail due to flight risk concerns. This marks a continuation of his legal troubles regarding child support, which dates back several years, including prior arrests. McCrary’s ongoing custody obligations highlight the importance of adhering to court orders. He is set to appear again in court soon.
San Diego – Darius McCrary, widely recognized for his role as Eddie Winslow in the iconic sitcom “Family Matters,” has been extradited to Michigan facing a significant child support debt exceeding $75,000. The actor appeared at San Diego Superior Court following his arrest by U.S. Border Patrol on October 5, as part of a felony fugitive arrest warrant connected to his failure to meet child support obligations.
Currently, McCrary is being held without bail in a downtown San Diego jail after the court proceedings. The extradition warrant was triggered when he failed to appear in court related to his unpaid child support, which was reported to be “substantially more” than the noted $75,000 as of August 2024.
The legal troubles surrounding McCrary are not new, as he has faced similar issues in the past. There are records of two prior arrests for child support-related charges in 2015 and 2023. His most recent extradition to Michigan was preceded by his 2023 arrest, showing a troubling trend in his ability to manage these financial responsibilities.
Details of the Case
During the recent court hearing, prosecutors revealed that McCrary’s agent claimed the actor was in Mexico attempting to buy real estate. However, McCrary’s public defender contended that he was working with a charity to build homes in Tijuana and had inadvertently crossed the border into Mexico.
Due to concerns over McCrary’s history of crossing into Mexico, the judge deemed him a flight risk, resulting in the denial of bail. McCrary initially represented himself during the court proceedings, but later appointed a public defender and waived his right to contest the extradition to Michigan.
Background and Child Support Obligations
In 2019, McCrary was ordered to pay $1,366 monthly in child support following his divorce from former Harlem Globetrotter Tammy Brawner, which was finalized in February of that year. As part of the agreement, Brawner received full legal and physical custody of their daughter, Zoey.
As mandated by the divorce settlement, McCrary was required to participate in alcohol and drug abuse education and batterers’ intervention classes within a year. The divorce proceedings included serious allegations from his ex-wife, including a reported incident of child abuse where McCrary allegedly “partially dislocated” their daughter’s arm.
Current Status
McCrary remains in custody and is expected to appear in court again on November 14. His ongoing legal challenges continue to draw attention as they highlight the complexities and responsibilities associated with child support obligations.
As the case develops, further details may emerge regarding McCrary’s circumstances and his potential plans to resolve the outstanding financial obligations to his daughter. The situation underscores the importance of compliance with court orders related to child support, especially for individuals with high public profiles.
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