Former WWE Champion Arrested for Alleged Assault

Alberto Del Rio accused of attacking romantic partner in San Luis Potosí, Mexico

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:51am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a crumpled, torn piece of paper on a dark surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The harsh, unforgiving light of a police investigation shines on the physical evidence of an alleged assault, raising troubling questions about the conduct of a former wrestling champion.San Antonio Today

According to a report from LA AFICION, former WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio (also known as Alberto El Patron) was arrested on Monday, April 6 in San Luis Potosí, Mexico for allegedly assaulting his romantic partner. The woman reportedly suffered injuries to her face and arms and called the police, who arrived at the scene and arrested Del Rio.

Why it matters

This is not the first time Del Rio has faced allegations of violence. In December 2021, he was accused and then arrested of sexual assault in San Antonio, Texas, though he was later acquitted after the witness did not show up for court. Del Rio was also previously suspended by AAA in Mexico for tossing a chair at a fan during an event.

The details

The report states that the incident occurred in the Lomas del Tec subdivision of the capital city of San Luis Potosí. State Civil Guard officers arrived at the scene and found the woman with signs of violence, leading to Del Rio's arrest. He has now been placed in the custody of the Attorney General's Office of the State of San Luis Potosí to face the corresponding charges.

  • The alleged assault took place on Monday, April 6, 2026.
  • In December 2021, Del Rio was accused and then arrested of sexual assault in San Antonio, Texas, though he was later acquitted.

The players

Alberto Del Rio

Also known as Alberto El Patron, he is a former WWE Champion who has now been arrested for allegedly assaulting his romantic partner in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

AAA

The Mexican professional wrestling promotion that previously suspended Del Rio for 180 days after he tossed a chair at a fan during an event.

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What they’re saying

“According to a report from LA AFICION, former WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio (Alberto El Patron), was arrested on Monday, April 6 in the Lomas del Tec subdivision in the capital of San Luis Potosí for allegedly assaulting his romantic partner.”

— LA AFICION, News Publication

What’s next

Del Rio has been placed in the custody of the Attorney General's Office of the State of San Luis Potosí, where he will face the corresponding charges for the alleged assault.

The takeaway

This latest incident involving allegations of violence against Del Rio raises further questions about his conduct and character, especially given his previous legal troubles and suspensions. It underscores the need for accountability and a closer examination of domestic violence issues in the world of professional wrestling.