'Love Island' Star Hannah Smith Arrested for Making 'Terroristic Threats,' Charged With 2 Felonies

Smith allegedly attacked an officer, made death threats, and believed she was on a podcast during the arrest.

By Ashley Turner

Hannah Smith, a contestant from the sixth season of Love Island USA, has landed in legal trouble following a tumultuous incident at an Atlanta concert venue. The 26-year-old reality TV personality was arrested on Sept. 30 and faces serious charges.

According to police documents obtained by TMZ, the incident unfolded at the Coca-Cola Roxy venue in Atlanta, Georgia. Smith was initially escorted out of the premises due to disorderly conduct. The situation escalated when a police officer attempted to guide her towards an Uber. It was at this point that Smith allegedly attempted to strike the officer with a closed fist.

The confrontation intensified as Smith was placed in handcuffs. The arresting officer reported that she continued to resist, attempting to kick the law enforcement official multiple times. The situation worsened during Smith's transport to jail. While in the police vehicle, she allegedly made repeated threats to end the life of both the officer and the officer's sibling.

As a result of these actions, Smith now faces two felony charges: terroristic threats and willful obstruction of a law enforcement officer. These serious allegations could have significant legal consequences.

The police report, as detailed by The Sun, provides a disturbing account of Smith's behavior during her arrest. "While said accused was being transported to Cobb County Adult Detention Center she stated she was going to kill me and my sister multiple times with the purpose of terrorizing said victim," the report states. It further notes that Smith made "multiple statements about a podcast and her fans" during the journey.

The report also mentions that Smith "proceeded to talk as if she was on a podcast or speaking to someone on her phone." Upon arrival at the jail, she reportedly refused to exit the car, insisting that an imaginary passenger in the front seat also be arrested. The report states, "Smith refused to exit the vehicle until the person in my passenger seat was also taken out of the vehicle and placed under arrest. I advised to her that no one was in the front seat of the vehicle, however Smith still refused to exit the vehicle."

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Smith was released on bail the following day, posting an $8,000 bond. The terms of her release include strict prohibitions on consuming alcohol, marijuana, or other drugs. She is also required to "submit to random alcohol/drug tests at her own expense." Interestingly, Smith has since returned to social media but has made no mention of her arrest or the pending charges.

For those unfamiliar with Smith's reality TV background, she entered the Love Island USA villa on the first day of season six. Describing herself as a bottle server and Instagram influencer from North Carolina, Smith initially coupled up with fellow contestant Kendall Washington. However, her time on the show was short-lived. After a brief connection with Hakeem White, Smith was eliminated on day 10, having failed to form a lasting romantic partnership.

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