What are the new felony charges against Love Island's Cashel Barnett? Complete timeline explored

Cashel Barnett, a former Love Island USA contestant, faces serious legal issues. In June 2025, he was charged with three additional felony counts, just a month after being accused of domestic violence and aggravated assault. All these charges stem from different incidents involving the mother of his child.

The 31-year-old TV reality star first gained fame on television, but his name is now associated with multiple legal lawsuits in Utah. The lawsuits include claims of physical and sexual abuse, some allegedly taking place in front of a minor child.

Barnett, represented by his lawyer Andrew K. Deesing, has denied the allegations and expressed his readiness to defend himself in court. The legal process is ongoing, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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What are the new charges Cashel Barnett is facing?

According to NBC News on May 20, 2025, Cashel Barnett was also charged with three new felonies in Utah. The charges include first-degree aggravated sexual assault, third-degree aggravated assault, and third-degree domestic violence in the presence of a child.

The new charges relate to a separate incident believed to have occurred between November and December 2024. The name of the alleged victim in the latest case has not been revealed. Authorities have not publicly disclosed the exact details and timing of the incident.

According to Barnett's legal team, the investigation is still in its early stages. His lawyer urged the public not to rush to judgment and to wait for the court hearing to take place. Barnett denies all accusations, he said.

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What happened in the April 2025 incident that led to earlier charges?

As of May 30, 2025, reports from KSL indicate that Barnett was indicted in late May on charges of aggravated assault and domestic violence in the presence of a child. The incident reportedly occurred in April 2025.

The female witness said that Barnett pushed her against a couch so hard she passed out. When she came to, Barnett slapped her and raped her. She said the attack stopped only when she went to tend to their crying child, who was in the room. The Salt Lake City Police Department made these points in a statement issued to the media.

The woman also reported experiencing various medical issues afterward. These included difficulty breathing, hoarseness, neck pain, nausea, vomiting, and memory loss. She later filed a formal complaint, which led to felony charges and two additional misdemeanor counts of assault.

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What has Cashel Barnett said about the allegations?

According to PEOPLE magazine on June 25, 2025, Cashel Barnett has not issued a public personal comment since the allegations surfaced. However, his attorney, Andrew K. Deesing, made a statement in his defense. According to Deesing, Barnett "strongly denies any wrongdoing," and they are prepared to face the legal process.

The statement mentioned that the case is new, and there will be no additional comments from the defense at this time.

There was no comment from the representatives of Love Island USA or the network Peacock, which is currently streaming the show. PEOPLE contacted them on June 25, but they have not responded.

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Cashel Barnett is now charged with five felonies in two separate cases, both involving serious allegations of physical and sexual abuse. The latest charges were filed in June 2025, adding to the legal case he has faced since May.