Joanie "Chyna" Laurer Arrested; Alleged 'Domestic Abuse' Against Sean 'XPac' Waltman
Former WWE, WCW, TNA wrestler Sean "XPac" Waltman posted the following statement on the message board for his official website www.SeanWaltman.com.
"Joanie was arrested on January 1st for domestic battery. She assualted me struck me in the head and face countless times after getting back from the Playboy Mansion. There were several witnesses to her behavior, including Jeff Meecham from The Extreme Mayhem Show, and unfortunately my two children witnessed and heard all of this. She was released today once again having to suffer no consequences for her behavior. She showed no remorse."
As I got into on the hotline, I am intrigued that Waltman actually pressed charges against Laurer. Anyone that has followed their relationship may agree with me. But it appeared that XPac was quite "whipped". His statements, almost pleas in the past made many feel sorry for him. If what Sean Waltman says in the statement is true, I give him credit for standing up to the abuse. There was always rumors of it in the past about the abuse. Now it appears to be factual.
More on this story as it develops. It should be interesting how the media handles it since VH1 premieres "The Surreal Life" January 9th which she co-stars. Check out our Wrestlevision report for more info on the airdates and times for the show.
Last month, Sean Waltman and Joanie Laurer released their Sex Video "1 Night In China", which has sold quite well.
UPDATED 1/14/2005
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Here is additional information I researched on the recent arrest of Joanie Laurer (formally known as Chyna / WWE). Laurer was arrested on Jan 1, 2005 at 1:40PM and charged with a Section 243 E which is "Domestic Battery Without Traumatic Injury" a Misdemeanor. Police were called by Sean Waltman (formally XPac / WWE), after he was 'beaten' by Laurer.
She was arraigned by LAPD and detained at the Valley Jail. She was released the evening of 1/3/2005 after posting $20,000 bail.
If found guilty of Battery on Sean 'XPac' Waltman, she could face up to a year in prison and/or a $2000 fine.
If she receives probation, Laurer will have to complete a 'Batterer's Treatment Program', and possibly pay a fine which the proceeds would go to a Shelter for Battered People.
More than likely, Joanie Laurer will only receive probation if this goes thru the court system. Battery is a tough charge because even if Waltman wants the charges dropped, the DA could pursue them anyway.
A future court date for Laurer has not been issued yet. However when we receive updated information on this case, we will post it on the website.
With the recent release of her XXX Sex video (that left many 'scarred for life'), appearing on the VH1 show 'The Surreal Life' (Complete With Nipple Slips), and just today getting naked for Howard Stern (CLICK HERE FOR THAT STORY), she has had a busy 2005. Unfortunately it seems for all the wrong reasons.
Below are a few Joanie Laurer related news links from our website.
Joanie Laurer Strips Topless (And Bottomless) At Scores; Romantic With Model Marcus Schenkenberg
Recap Of Joanie Laurer On Howard Stern, Call In By Sean Waltman; Laurer Singing Naked & More
Joanie Laurer @ People's Choice Awards (3 Pics Inside)
Joanie Laurer & Sean 'XPac' Waltman Sex Video "1 Night In China" On Sale
Don't Want To Buy The Joanie Laurer / XPac Sex Video? Rent It Online! Details Inside
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