Cher's Son Arrested at Elite St. Paul's School

Elijah Allman, 49, faces multiple charges including assault and criminal trespass after alleged disturbance at New Hampshire prep school

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Cher's son, Elijah Allman, 49, was arrested at St. Paul's School in New Hampshire on charges including assault and criminal trespass after an alleged disturbance at the elite prep school. Allman was released on bail, and his connection to the school is unknown.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing mental health and substance abuse issues that Cher's son has faced, which previously led to Cher being granted temporary conservatorship over his finances. The arrest at the prestigious St. Paul's School also raises questions about security and access at elite private institutions.

The details

According to police, Allman was acting belligerently in the school's dining hall, leading to his arrest on charges of two counts of simple assault, criminal trespass, and criminal threatening. He was also charged with violation of disorderly conduct, which is not considered a crime in New Hampshire.

  • Allman was arrested on Friday, March 1, 2026 around 7 p.m.
  • In June 2025, news broke that Allman was taken to a hospital in San Bernardino County for demonstrating erratic behavior.
  • Cher was appointed the temporary conservator of Allman in December 2023, but lost the conservatorship in January 2024.

The players

Elijah Allman

Cher's 49-year-old son who was arrested at St. Paul's School in New Hampshire on multiple criminal charges.

Cher

Elijah Allman's mother, who was previously granted temporary conservatorship over her son's finances due to his mental health and substance abuse issues.

Gregg Allman

Elijah Allman's late father, the musician who was previously married to Cher.

Concord Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the disturbance call at St. Paul's School and arrested Elijah Allman.

St. Paul's School

The elite private high school in New Hampshire where the incident involving Elijah Allman took place.

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What they’re saying

“I do not need her unsolicited help or support at this time.”

— Elijah Allman (Documents)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Elijah Allman out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing mental health and substance abuse challenges Cher's son has faced, raising concerns about security and access at elite private institutions and the challenges of managing high-profile celebrity families dealing with these issues.