Reality‑TV personality Garrick Merrifield has been arrested on charges of alleged domestic violence. The arrest took place on Monday in Chaffee County, Colorado, where Merrifield was booked but later released on bond.
Court records list the charge as “telephone‑obstruct service,” a misdemeanor offense under Colorado law. This charge typically applies when someone intentionally interferes with another person’s ability to use a phone or communication device for example, by preventing them from calling for help or making a distress call. As of now, there is no public information about the precise circumstances that led to the arrest.
Merrifield’s arrest drew attention in part because it occurred less than a week after he and his wife, Lorrana Merrifield, announced the birth of their daughter, Sarah Mae born in July 2025. Merrifield is known for being part of a plural‑marriage household. He also shares three other children with his first wife, Dannielle Merrifield, even though the couple legally divorced years ago to allow him to remarry. According to previous interviews, the family including both wives and all four children have been living together.
News of his arrest immediately sparked reactions online, as fans of Seeking Sister Wife debated what might have happened behind closed doors. Some court documents from the hearing reportedly showed a Portuguese-language interpreter present, which has led to speculation that Merrifield’s wife Lorrana who is Brazilian may have been involved. However, no official confirmation has been made regarding who the alleged victim might be.
At this time, Merrifield remains out on bond while further details of the case remain private. Neither he nor his representatives have commented publicly. As the investigation unfolds, followers of the show and the public await more information about what exactly led to the arrest including any formal statements from law enforcement or those involved.
