'Breaking Bad' actor Raymond Cruz arrested for allegedly spraying women with hose
Raymond Cruz attends the "The Curse of La Llorona" Premiere 2019 SXSW Conference and Festivals at Paramount Theatre on March 14, 2019 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for SXSW)
LOS ANGELES - Raymond Cruz, known for his roles in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," was arrested on Monday for allegedly spraying water on women in front of his home in Los Angeles.
What we know:
The incident happened in front of his home located in LA's Silver Lake neighborhood, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Cruz, 60, was washing his car when he allegedly sprayed a hose at women he claims were harassing him.
Cruz was arrested Monday morning for misdemeanor battery.
He was later released on his own recognizance.
What they're saying:
In a statement, his agent wrote, "Raymond is happy this is done with. He is a big supporter of law enforcement and has no criminal history whatsoever. He has no idea who these women are or why they were harassing him in front of his own home while he was trying to wash a car. They were not neighbors."
The backstory:
Cruz is known for his roles as Tuco Salamanca in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul."
He also had significant roles in the police drama "The Closer" and the film "Training Day."
What's next:
Cruz has a court date scheduled for October.
The Source: This information is based on public records from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Inmate Information Center regarding Raymond Cruz's arrest. Additional details are provided through a direct statement from Cruz's agent to news media.