Actor claims driver refused to stop vehicle before altercation
Summary
– Sutherland allegedly threatened to kill driver for not pulling over
– Police investigation reveals potential language barrier caused confusion
– Star claims he was held in vehicle against his will
New information has surfaced regarding the arrest of Kiefer Sutherland in Los Angeles. Reports indicate the actor was taken into custody after allegedly threatening to kill an Uber driver who refused to let him out of the vehicle. Law enforcement sources state the incident occurred Sunday night after Sutherland ordered an Uber Black to take him home following dinner with a friend.
The situation escalated when the actor instructed the driver to pull over. Sutherland told police he made the request three times, but the driver continued down the road without stopping. The driver alleges that Sutherland then threatened his life and physically assaulted him with his hands during the chaotic moment.
A communication breakdown may have played a significant role in the dispute. When officers arrived at the scene, the driver required a translator speaking Russian or Armenian to communicate with the LAPD. This suggests a language barrier led to the driver misunderstanding the command to stop the car.
Although the driver did not report any physical injuries, authorities arrested Sutherland for making a criminal threat. The 24 star was booked on the felony charge and subsequently released on $50,000 bail.
