Zaire Wade, the 24-year-old eldest son of NBA icon Dwyane Wade, was arrested early Tuesday morning in Burbank, California, following a domestic violence incident. Police responded to a 911 call reporting a woman screaming inside a residence and found a woman with visible injuries to her face and body. She declined hospital transport after paramedic evaluation.
Arrest and Charges
Zaire Wade was taken into custody on suspicion of felony domestic violence, criminal threats, and false imprisonment. Officers recovered a handgun from the scene and issued an emergency protective order for the alleged victim. He was later released after posting a $50,000 bond, according to court records.
Legal Proceedings
The case has been submitted to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, which will decide whether to file formal charges. As of now, no charges have been announced, and Wade is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The investigation remains ongoing.
Background
Zaire Wade is a former basketball prospect who played in the NBA G League and later continued his professional career overseas. Neither Dwyane Wade nor other family members have publicly commented on the arrest.
