1000-Lb Sisters’ Star Amy Slaton Arrested for Drug Possession and Child Endangerment at Tennessee Zoo
Amy Slaton, the reality television star from the popular TLC series 1000-Lb Sisters, has been arrested on charges of drug possession and child endangerment. The incident took place on September 2, 2024, at the Tennessee Safari Park in Alamo, Tennessee. The arrest has sent shockwaves through the reality TV community, with fans and followers eagerly awaiting updates on the situation.
According to a statement released by the Crockett County Sheriff’s Department, authorities were called to the zoo after reports of a guest being bitten by a camel. Upon their arrival, deputies were reportedly “overtaken by suspicious odors” emanating from Slaton’s vehicle. This led to a search of the vehicle, where authorities allegedly discovered Schedule I and Schedule VI drugs. These substances include psychedelic mushrooms and marijuana, both of which are illegal in the state of Tennessee. Slaton, 36, and another individual in the car, identified as Brian Scott Lovvorn, 50, were subsequently arrested.
The charges against Slaton are serious, including two counts of illegal possession of Schedule I and Schedule VI substances and two counts of child endangerment. The latter charges stem from the fact that two young children were reportedly present in the vehicle at the time of the arrest. The Department of Children and Family Services has since become involved, with ongoing investigations into the safety and placement of Slaton’s children, Gage, 4, and Glenn, 2, whom she shares with her ex-husband Michael Halterman.
The arrest has raised many questions, especially given the unusual circumstances leading up to it. Witnesses reported that Slaton was bitten by a camel, which resulted in her being carried out of the zoo on a stretcher. Photos obtained by TMZ show Slaton being transported into an ambulance while holding a makeshift bandage on her arm. However, conflicting reports from the zoo’s owner suggest that the wound was not consistent with a camel bite, further adding to the confusion surrounding the event.
Amy Slaton rose to fame through her appearances on 1000-Lb Sisters, a show that chronicles the weight loss journeys and personal lives of Amy and her sister, Tammy Slaton. The series has been a major hit since its premiere in January 2020, drawing in millions of viewers who have followed the sisters’ struggles and triumphs. However, Amy’s recent legal troubles have cast a shadow over her career and public image.
The Sheriff’s Department has emphasized that the charges are accusations and not evidence of guilt, underscoring the principle of innocence until proven guilty. Slaton’s legal team has yet to release a statement, and it remains unclear how this incident will impact the upcoming sixth season of 1000-Lb Sisters, which is reportedly in production.
This is not the first time Amy Slaton has faced public scrutiny. Her personal life, including her recent divorce from Michael Halterman, has been a focal point of the reality series. The couple, who married in 2019, have had a tumultuous relationship, with Halterman filing for divorce earlier this year. The divorce was finalized in September 2023, with the couple agreeing to split custody of their two children.
As the investigation continues, fans of 1000-Lb Sisters are left wondering how this legal battle will unfold and what it means for Amy Slaton’s future on the show. The reality TV star, who has been open about her struggles with weight and mental health, now faces a new set of challenges that could have far-reaching consequences for both her personal and professional life.