Inside the Domestic Violence Allegations and Arrest Warrant
The arrest warrant that led to Gervonta Davis being stripped of his WBA lightweight title stems from serious accusations made by his ex-girlfriend, Courtney Rossel. According to reports, the alleged incident took place on Oct. 27 at Tootsies, a strip club in Miami Gardens. Rossel accuses Davis of battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping.
Rossel says she was attacked in a back room of the club. She further claims Davis dragged her through a back exit and assaulted her in the parking garage. She also alleges this wasn’t an isolated incident. During their five-month relationship, Rossel says she experienced domestic violence on multiple occasions.
Miami Gardens Police took the allegations seriously. Surveillance footage from the club reportedly backs up Rossel’s version of events. MGPD executive officer Emmanuel Jeanty stated, “The investigation determined that Mr. Davis used force to restrain in an attempt to remove the victim from the location against her will.” Those words carry weight, especially when backed by video evidence.
The warrant for Davis’ arrest was filed this past week. As of now, Davis remains at large. Miami officials are actively working with the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force to locate him. On top of the criminal case, Rossel has also filed a civil lawsuit against Davis regarding the same incident.
This isn’t Davis’ first brush with domestic violence accusations. Earlier, he was charged in a separate case involving another ex-girlfriend. That case was dropped after the woman declined to prosecute. Still, patterns matter. And patterns are exactly what organizations like the WBA can’t afford to ignore.
The Fallout: Canceled Fights, Lost Opportunities, and a Career in Limbo
The consequences of these allegations stretch far beyond the WBA belt. One of the biggest losses was Davis’ canceled Netflix boxing match with Jake Paul. That fight was scheduled for Nov. 14 and promised a massive payday and global exposure. Once news of Rossel’s claim went public, the event was scrapped.
Former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua stepped in as Davis’ replacement. The fight was rescheduled for Dec. 19. Joshua knocked out Paul in Round 6, breaking Paul’s jaw and stealing the spotlight Davis was supposed to own. That moment could’ve been Davis’ crossover moment into mainstream superstardom.
Instead, Davis is now facing legal uncertainty, career stagnation, and public scrutiny. Boxing is unforgiving. Time doesn’t wait, belts don’t pause, and fans eventually move on. Being labeled “Champion in Recess” feels symbolic. It’s like the sport itself is telling Davis to sit down and handle his business.
For the culture, this hits differently. Davis represented Baltimore grit, resilience, and raw ability. But greatness requires accountability. Talent opens doors, but discipline keeps them open. Right now, Davis stands at a crossroads. What he does next will define how history remembers him.