Actress Charlotte Ayanna arrested after West Hollywood welfare check

Charlotte Ayanna, an actress known for the 2001 film "Training Day", was arrested in West Hollywood on October 8. Police had gone to a residence to check on her safety. A man at the home told officers that Ayanna had threatened him and attacked him physically. During the incident, cremated human remains were scattered. When officers arrived, Ayanna allegedly kicked one of the deputies. She now faces three misdemeanor charges. Ayanna appeared in "Training Day" alongside Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke. A welfare check happens when police respond to concerns about a person's wellbeing. The case received wide attention in entertainment and news media because of Ayanna's connection to the well-known film.