Bryce Hall’s representative is denying felony domestic violence allegations after the TikTok star’s arrest in Las Vegas.
Hall, 27, was taken into custody on Sept. 10 after a judge issued an arrest warrant stemming from a July 27 dispute with his now ex-girlfriend Maria Palafox, who uses the name Mika Lafuente on social media, according to legal documents. The influencer is facing two charges: felony coercion involving domestic violence and misdemeanor domestic battery. He was released without posting bail and ordered to stay away from Palafox.
A source said that Palafox has “documented” injuries she claimed Hall inflicted during the alleged incident. Charges were not filed until Aug. 28, more than a month after the reported dispute.
Hall’s spokesperson pushed back hard against the claims in a statement. “These allegations are false, and we look forward to the facts coming out in court,” the rep said.
The spokesperson added a warning to critics online: “We will be taking legal action against those responsible for spreading false and defamatory claims.”
The alleged incident occurred just two days before Hall announced the couple’s split on social media. In a video posted to his platforms, the YouTuber addressed the breakup directly. “I’m not the best at this because I don’t do this often but me and Mika broke up,” he said.
“It’s not a joke. We are no longer a couple. She just moved out of my house. Now I have this big ass f–king crib to myself, which is kind of scary at night,” Hall continued.
He characterized the separation as difficult but insisted he held no grudge. “It wasn’t pretty,” he said, adding that he “wished her the best.”
Hall closed the video with a joke that landed awkwardly in light of subsequent events. “Let’s move on. I’m only gonna shade her if she f–ks another dude. I’m just kidding,” he said.
The couple had dated for two years before the split. Palafox has not publicly responded to the allegations or the arrest through her social media channels.
Hall built his following through TikTok and YouTube content, amassing millions of subscribers with prank videos, collaborations with other influencers, and glimpses into his personal life. His relationship with Palafox had been featured regularly in his posts before the July breakup announcement.
The case adds to a history of public controversies surrounding Hall, who has previously faced criticism for partying during the COVID-19 pandemic and physical altercations caught on camera. The felony coercion charge distinguishes this arrest from prior incidents, carrying significantly more serious potential penalties under Nevada law.
Legal experts note that felony domestic violence convictions in Nevada can result in prison sentences ranging from one to five years, along with fines up to $10,000. The coercion charge specifically alleges that Hall used or threatened physical force to compel Palafox to do something against her will.
Hall is next due in court in Las Vegas.