‘Teen Mom’ star Ashley Jones cuts ties with ex Bar Smith amid kidnapping allegations
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Teen Mom' star Ashley Jones has publicly stated that she will not be supporting her ex, Bar Smith, amid his ongoing legal troubles. Smith is currently facing kidnapping charges, and Jones has made it clear that she is committed to seeing justice served by distancing herself from him.
In a candid social media post, Ashley opened up about her decision, stating, "I am far from perfect but I have covered up a lot for the sake of 'standing beside my man and not looking stupid.' This time, I won't be intimidated or scared out of following through."
Ashley noted that, despite public opinion, only she and the District Attorney (DA) have appeared in court so far. She also mentioned that subpoenas have been issued, which will compel others to provide their testimonies as well.
"Everyone has a lot to say but no one showed up to court but me and the DA. The subpoenas will force not only me but all the others who got one to tell their experiences, and I'm curious as to what sort of picture will be painted once my word isn't the only one taken into consideration," she wrote.
Addressing accusations that she was seeking attention or a storyline, Ashley clarified that she did not make the legal issues public. "I would ask for grace and kindness but I don't need it. I have self-worth… which is much more freeing. So if you don't like the charges, call the DA since SHE is the one pressing them. And let's be clear I didn't make this public... the people that are always accusing me of doing something for a storyline are the ones who did," she explained.
Are Ashley Jones and Bar Smith together?
Ashley Jones and Bar Smith from 'Teen Mom' are no longer together. Their relationship has been tumultuous, marked by frequent breakups and public disputes. Recently, Ashley accused Bar of cheating on social media and declared herself single. In response, Bar denied the cheating allegations but admitted that their marriage had been over for some time.
In May, Bar briefly announced their separation on Instagram, but the post was quickly deleted. Despite being married since 2021, their relationship has faced numerous challenges, and it seems they have decided to part ways once more.
What is Bar Smith's kidnapping case?
Bar Smith is currently involved in a serious legal case. According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly, he was arrested on Sunday, July 7, and faces multiple charges of second-degree kidnapping.
Kidnapping charges typically involve unlawfully holding someone against their will and can result in severe penalties. In addition to the kidnapping charges, Bar Smith is also facing allegations of coercion and domestic violence, which include threats or use of physical force and harassment.
