Hailey Bieber's Sister Faces Jail Time After Bar Fight

Alaia Baldwin Aronow charged with multiple misdemeanors for alleged assault and battery incident

Jan. 30, 2026 at 7:55pm

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Hailey Bieber's older sister, Alaia Baldwin Aronow, is facing up to one year in jail over a bar fight in Savannah, Georgia. Aronow was charged with four misdemeanor criminal charges, including simple battery, simple assault, battery, and criminal trespass, after an incident at Club Elan where she allegedly refused to leave, struck two people, and threw a used tampon at a bartender.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the potential legal consequences celebrities can face for alleged public misconduct, even in seemingly minor altercations. It also raises questions about appropriate behavior in bars and nightclubs, as well as the treatment of service staff.

The details

According to the police report, Aronow was arrested on February 24, 2024 after the bar owner called 911 to report her unpleasant behavior. Aronow is accused of intentionally harming two people - striking Jacinto Hills in the genitals and removing a portion of hair from Ian O'Neill's scalp. She is also accused of throwing a used tampon at bartender Haleigh Cauley after being told to exit a locked employee bathroom that she had entered.

  • Aronow was arrested on February 24, 2024 at Club Elan in Savannah, Georgia.
  • The alleged incident occurred on January 26, 2026.

The players

Alaia Baldwin Aronow

Hailey Bieber's 33-year-old older sister, who was charged with four misdemeanor criminal charges related to the bar fight incident.

Jacinto Hills

One of the individuals Aronow is accused of striking during the bar fight.

Ian O'Neill

One of the individuals Aronow is accused of removing a portion of hair from during the bar fight.

Haleigh Cauley

The bartender Aronow is accused of throwing a used tampon at during the bar fight.

Drew Findling

Aronow's attorney, who addressed the incident in a statement.

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What they’re saying

“Sadly, what should have been a celebratory girls night out, unfortunately took an unexpected turn. Ms. Aronow is embarrassed and saddened by the events of the night and is proactively taking the necessary steps to ensure that it never happens again.”

— Drew Findling, Attorney

What’s next

Aronow's attorney stated she is 'proactively taking the necessary steps' to ensure a similar incident does not happen again. The judge will decide on Aronow's bail and potential jail time at a future court hearing.

The takeaway

This case highlights the potential legal consequences celebrities can face for alleged public misconduct, even in seemingly minor altercations. It also raises broader questions about appropriate behavior in bars and nightclubs, as well as the treatment of service staff.