Reality television star Amy Slaton Halterman, known for her appearance on TLC's "1000-lb Sisters," has been arrested in Tennessee on charges of child endangerment and drug possession.
Reality television star Amy Slaton Halterman, who appears on TLC's "1000-lb Sisters," was arrested on Monday, September 4, 2023, in Tennessee on charges of child endangerment and drug possession.
According to a statement released by the Crockett County Sheriff's Department, deputies were called to a safari park in Crockett County, Tennessee, after a guest was allegedly bitten by a camel. Upon arrival, deputies detected suspicious odors coming from the vehicle of the guest, who was identified as Halterman.
1000-lb Sisters Star Amy Slaton Halterman Arrested for Child Endangerment and Drug Possession
A search of Halterman's vehicle reportedly uncovered illegal substances, leading to her arrest on charges of illegal possession of Schedule I and Schedule VI substances. Additionally, Halterman was charged with two counts of child endangerment.
The statement identified Brian Scott Lovvorn as another individual who was present in the vehicle and faces the same charges. Both Halterman and Lovvorn were booked into the Crockett County jail.
The statement from the Crockett County Sheriff's Department emphasized that the charges against Halterman and Lovvorn are merely accusations and that they are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Halterman, who rose to fame through her participation in the reality television show "1000-lb Sisters," is a mother to two sons, Gage Deon Halterman, 4, and Glenn Allen Halterman, 2. The arrest statement did not specify why Halterman was arrested for child endangerment or whether her children were present at the safari park at the time of the alleged incident.
According to E! News, Halterman's ex-husband, Michael Halterman, filed for divorce in March 2023. Halterman has since entered into a romantic relationship with a man named Kevin, but the status of their relationship is currently unknown. It is unclear whether Lovvorn is Halterman's current romantic partner.
In December 2022, Halterman spoke to E! News about the ups and downs in her love life, emphasizing the unwavering support she receives from her family, particularly her sister, Tammy Slaton, who also appears on "1000-lb Sisters."
"This season on the show, you will see that Tammy let me move in with her. She gave me and my kids a place to be safe. All my siblings have been there for me with whatever I needed," Halterman told the outlet.
Halterman's arrest has come as a shock to fans of the "1000-lb Sisters" reality television series, which has chronicled her weight loss journey and relationship with her family. The details surrounding the charges against Halterman are still emerging, and both Halterman and Lovvorn maintain their innocence until proven guilty.
