Mike Missanelli Arrested Following Domestic Dispute in Wynnewood

Mike Missanelli, a prominent figure in Philadelphia sports media, was arrested after a domestic dispute with his fiancée. The incident escalated from an argument, leading to allegations of assault. While Missanelli claims he was attacked, his fiancée's account suggests otherwise. He faces charges of simple assault and harassment, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for April 22. Following the arrest, his employer, OnPattison, announced that he would be suspended from their podcast during the legal proceedings. The case is still developing, and further details are awaited.
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Mike Missanelli Arrested Following Domestic Dispute in Wynnewood

Incident Overview

In the early hours of Wednesday, Mike Missanelli was apprehended by police in Lower Merion after they responded to a 911 hang-up call from a residence in Wynnewood. Officers arrived shortly after midnight. Upon their arrival, Missanelli reported that he and his fiancée had a disagreement that escalated into a "scuffle," claiming she had hit him in the chest during the incident. However, his fiancée provided a contrasting version of events, stating that the argument stemmed from their engagement and that Missanelli had slapped her, resulting in a cut on her forehead. Officers observed blood on her forehead and swelling on her ear, while Missanelli showed no visible injuries. He was subsequently arrested at the scene.


Legal Charges

The Charges

According to court documents referenced in a news report, Missanelli faces charges of simple assault and harassment. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 22.


Missanelli's Career in Media

His Media Career

Mike Missanelli is well-known among Philadelphia sports enthusiasts, having previously worked at major sports radio stations such as 97.5 The Fanatic and 94 WIP. Recently, he contributed to OnPattison, a Philadelphia sports news platform.

Following the arrest, the parent company of OnPattison, the Fideri News Network, stated that they became aware of the charges through media reports and took immediate action. In a statement on X, they announced that Missanelli would be suspended from the OnPattison Podcast while the legal proceedings unfold. The statement emphasized, "In light of the nature of the allegations, Mike will not be a part of the OnPattison Podcast during the legal process. Fideri News understands the serious nature of these allegations and condemns all acts of domestic violence. We will continue to monitor the situation."


Next Steps

What Comes Next

Missanelli's preliminary hearing is set for April 22. The case is still in its early stages, and law enforcement has not released additional details at this time.