Maroon 5 bassist Michael “Mickey” Madden is taking a leave of absence from the band after his arrest for alleged domestic violence, such as Persons reports. Last month Madden was arrested for a felony in Los Angeles and released on $ 50,000 bail.
“I have some things that I have to deal with and deal with right now, so I’ve decided to leave Maroon 5,” Madden said in a statement to Rolling Stone. “During this time, I don’t want to be a distraction for my bandmates. I wish you the best “.
On June 27, Madden was arrested in Los Angeles and charged under California Penal Code 273.5 (a), which cites among the code violations anyone who “intentionally inflicts bodily injury resulting in a traumatic condition” on a spouse or living together Page six.
“We are deeply devastated by this disappointing news,” said a representative for Maroon 5. Persons in a statement after the arrest. “As we learn more, we are looking at this very seriously. For now, we are allowing everyone involved to have room to work. “
It is unclear whether Madden’s leave of absence is temporary or permanent. Madden’s announcement comes immediately after the rescheduling of the Maroon 5 tour for the summer of 2021, which begins in July of next year. Initially, the band embarked on the tour in May, but were forced to postpone due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
