Bad Boys actress Theresa Randle was taken into custody earlier this month on suspicion of a felony domestic violence offense but was later released after authorities determined there was not enough evidence to move forward with charges.
According to law enforcement records, as reported by Entertainment Weekly, Randle was detained on the evening of March 1 in Los Angeles on suspicion of causing injury to a spouse or cohabitant.
Officials confirmed that the arrest took place around 8:30 p.m. Randle remained in custody for approximately two days before being released on March 3.
Jail records indicate the reason for her release was “insufficient evidence,” meaning prosecutors declined to pursue the domestic violence case at this time. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed the allegation but did not provide additional details.
Randle, 61, is best known her role as Theresa Burnett in the Bad Boys franchise, where she starred opposite Martin Lawrence. She also appeared in notable films such as Malcolm X
.In October 2024, Randle was arrested in connection with a separate felony assault allegation stemming from a reported incident at a Los Angeles area residence. Authorities responded to a call but did not locate her at the scene. A follow-up call days later led to her arrest, which also included a reported violation of a restraining order. That case was ultimately dismissed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.
Randle has faced changes in her professional career. Although she appeared in the first three Bad Boys films, reports in 2023 indicated she would not return for the fourth installment. The role of Theresa Burnett was recast with Tasha Smith, though no official explanation was publicly provided.
Around the same period, public concern about Randle’s well-being grew after footage circulated online that appeared to show her in Los Angeles’ Skid Row.
No formal charges have been filed in connection with the March incident, and it remains unclear whether further investigation will take place.
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