STWF Sports | MIAMI | Jan. 30, 2026 — The legal troubles surrounding boxing star Gervonta “Tank” Davis escalated this week, as the undefeated champion was taken into custody by authorities in South Florida following allegations of assault involving a former partner. The arrest marks a serious off-the-ring development for one of boxing’s most recognizable names and casts uncertainty over his immediate future in the sport.
According to Miami Gardens police, Davis was arrested Wednesday in Miami’s Design District after a fugitive task force executed a warrant that had been issued roughly two weeks earlier. Law enforcement confirmed that the charges stem from an alleged incident that occurred on Oct. 27, 2025, at a business in Miami Gardens.
The case centers on allegations made by Courtney Rossel, Davis’ ex-girlfriend, who filed a civil lawsuit in Miami earlier this week. Rossel alleges that Davis assaulted her at her place of employment, a gentlemen’s club where she worked as a VIP cocktail server. In court filings, Rossel claims Davis entered the club unannounced and confronted her before the situation escalated in a private area away from security cameras.
According to the complaint, Rossel alleges Davis dragged her through a stairwell, kitchen, and back exit before assaulting her in a parking garage. Police have stated that video footage from the club captured portions of the incident, allegedly showing Davis grabbing a woman by the hair and neck and forcing her down a set of stairs. Authorities have not released the footage publicly, but say it was instrumental in the investigation.
Rossel, who said she was in a five-month relationship with Davis prior to the alleged incident, further claims that this was not an isolated occurrence. In her lawsuit, she alleges Davis physically assaulted and choked her on at least four previous occasions during their relationship. She also claims Davis sent written threats in September in which he allegedly threatened to kill her on two separate occasions.
Davis’ representatives did not immediately respond to requests for comment following his arrest. The boxer appeared in bond court on Thursday, where a judge ordered him to have no contact with the alleged victim, either directly or indirectly. He was also ordered to stay away from the club where the incident allegedly took place as a condition of his release.
The allegations represent another troubling chapter in a career that, inside the ring, has been defined by dominance. Davis, one of boxing’s most marketable stars, holds an unblemished professional record and has built a reputation as one of the sport’s most explosive punchers. His bouts routinely draw significant pay-per-view interest, and he has been positioned as a central figure in boxing’s next generation of headliners.
Outside the ring, however, Davis’ career has been repeatedly clouded by legal issues. While the current case remains in its early stages and the allegations have not yet been adjudicated, the seriousness of the claims places renewed scrutiny on both Davis and the sport at large. Domestic violence allegations involving high-profile athletes often prompt broader conversations about accountability, league and promotional responses, and the responsibilities that accompany fame and financial success.
From a boxing perspective, the legal process could have immediate consequences. Pending the outcome of the case, Davis may face delays or disruptions to potential fight negotiations, sponsorship relationships, and promotional plans. Athletic commissions and broadcast partners closely monitor legal developments involving fighters, particularly when allegations involve violence.
For now, Davis’ status inside the ring takes a back seat to the judicial process. The case will proceed through the courts, where evidence, testimony, and legal arguments will ultimately determine the outcome. As with all criminal matters, Davis is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
What remains clear is that the situation represents a significant moment for one of boxing’s biggest stars — one that could shape not only the next phase of his career, but also how the sport responds when elite athletes face allegations of serious misconduct.
