Seeking Sister Wife: Garrick Merrifield Arrested For Domest!c V!olence!

Garrick Merrifield just surprised the whole Seeking Sister Wife fandom, but the news is a bit troubling. It becomes more of a surprise as only a few days ago, Garrick appeared online celebrating with his two wives. Just a week ago, the reality star announced the birth of his daughter with his new wife. Now, it has been revealed that Garrick was arrested.

It sure is a contrast given how happy the Merrifield family looked during their public appearance just a week ago. But this new development has definitely confused fans who have raised questions about what was really happening behind the scenes. What exactly was the reason for Garrick’s arrest? And what does this mean for Garrick, his marriage, and the future of the show? Keep on reading to know more.

Seeking Sister Wife: Garrick Introduced New Baby Just Days Before Arrest

It seems like Garrick has a knack for getting into the limelight. Just a week before Garrick’s arrest, the Merrifields announced to the world that they had given birth to a daughter through Lorrana. The trio teased that they had a special surprise before revealing their newborn daughter, Baby Sarah. They showed their excitement and described how much joy she had already brought into their home. Dannielle mentioned that the baby reminded her of Lorrana, while Lorrana called Sarah a cheerful child who lifted everyone’s spirits.

Online users criticized Garrick when he playfully said his next goal was “more wives, more babies.” One of the fans commented that the baby was beautiful but questioned Garrick’s desire for more wives. Another teased that he seemed to be living his best life. Someone else noted Lorrana’s improving English, while another compared Garrick to “Joel Osteen’s distant low-income cousin.” With Sarah’s arrival on July 3, the Merrifields officially became a family of seven.

Seeking Sister Wife: Garrick Merrifield Arrested For DV!

Things have definitely taken a U-turn as authorities revealed that they arrested Seeking Sister Wife star Garrick in Chaffee County, Colorado. According to online records, he faces a charge of telephone-obstructing service. A jail spokesperson told TMZ that the arrest involved misdemeanor domestic violence. The news comes in only a week after the public announcement of Baby Sarah’s birth, leaving fans stunned by the sudden shift. Reddit users quickly began discussing the situation.

Many expressed shock, while others reflected on past concerns about Garrick’s behavior. One commenter wrote, “I bet Roberta and Natalia and all the other women are so glad they left,” referring to the Merrifields’ former and potential sister wives. Another was caught off guard, admitting, “I did not see this coming!” Some fans questioned the charge itself. One user asked, “Whaaat? That’s something people get arrested for?” Another replied that the charge often applies when someone prevents another person from calling 911. Others revisited past patterns in the Merrifield household.

One person wrote, “I knew there was something weird with them always wanting someone who couldn’t communicate with them, and they never learned Portuguese.” A different viewer predicted that his arrest could cause significant consequences for the series. “TLC will likely remove them from the show for this,” the fan claimed. The noted source reported that Garrick was taken into custody on Monday, Nov. 24, and later bonded out. One can’t help but think about what will happen to the family and their future on Seeking Sister Wife. For the latest Seeking Sister Wife tea, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers.