90 Day Fiancé’s Veronica Rodriguez Arrest Controversy Explained

Veronica Rodriguez has spent years in the spotlight of the 90 Day Fiancé universe, gradually becoming one of the franchise’s most recognizable personalities. Viewers first met her as Tim Malcolm’s close friend on 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, but it didn’t take long for her candid personality and on-screen chemistry with Tim to make her a fan favorite—especially on 90 Day Fiancé: Pillow Talk.

As her popularity grew, Veronica stepped fully into her own storyline. She later appeared on 90 Day: The Single Life Seasons 3 and 4, where fans watched her navigate dating again after long-term relationships.

One of her most talked-about romances during that time was with Jamal Menzies, the son of fellow franchise star Kim Menzies. While those relationships didn’t last, Veronica’s search for love didn’t end on television.

A New Chapter With Seth Daryoushfar—and a Sudden Shift

Not long after her run on The Single Life, Veronica found herself in a serious relationship with Seth Daryoushfar. The two dated for roughly a year, traveling together and sharing moments of their life online. In September, during a European trip to Venice, Seth proposed.

Announcing their engagement on Instagram, Veronica wrote, “From the very beginning, being with each other has felt like home.” She added, “What started as two people getting to know each other has grown into a love we couldn’t have dreamed up better if we tried.

Through every laugh, challenge, and adventure, our bond has only deepened…and now, we’re so proud to say yes to forever. We’re engaged! 💍❤️✨”

Just weeks later, however, the narrative surrounding their relationship took an unexpected and troubling turn.

According to jail records obtained by PEOPLE, both Veronica Rodriguez and Seth Daryoushfar were arrested in North Carolina on Monday, December 15. Veronica, 40, was booked on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge shortly before 3 p.m., while Seth was arrested less than an hour later on a charge of assault on a female.

At this time, no additional details surrounding the incident have been made public, and PEOPLE has reached out to Veronica for comment.

Fan Reactions, Past Red Flags, and Public Fallout

The timing of the arrests left many fans stunned. Only one day earlier, Veronica had posted a year-in-review video celebrating what she described as a high point in her life.

Calling 2025 “the best year yet,” she reflected on her relationship with Seth, sharing clips from their time together and revealing that they met on the dating app Bumble. She ended the post optimistically, writing, “Can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store for us 🥰.”

For some longtime viewers, the news also reopened earlier moments that had raised quiet concern. Months before the arrests, Veronica appeared briefly on the 90 Day: Hunt for Love Tell All to discuss Tim’s experiences on the show.

Fans immediately noticed a shift in her demeanor. Normally upbeat, she appeared visibly emotional, with a puffy face that suggested she had been crying. Veronica later explained she was upset following a fight with Seth.

While many sympathized, others were unsettled by how distressed she seemed, especially since no further details were shared at the time.

After news of the arrests broke, Jamal Menzies—Veronica’s former partner—shared his own reaction online. In an Instagram story, he wrote, “No comment but some of you owe me an apology.”

He later added under a post discussing the incident, “Remember when everyone hated on me for ‘ghosting’ her but no one knew the real reasons why…” Jamal did not elaborate, leaving fans divided over his decision to speak at all.

The situation quickly spilled into public online debates. Usman Umar, Kim Menzies’ ex, entered the comments to claim Jamal was “not any better,” referencing past behavior. Kim Menzies defended her son but did not comment directly on Veronica or the arrest itself.

As the story continues to unfold, many fans are urging restraint and sensitivity. With limited confirmed information available, speculation only adds to the complexity of an already serious situation.

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