What drug charge is Rudy Youngblood facing?

Rudy Youngblood is facing a felony charge for possession of a controlled substance, specifically between 1 and 4 grams.

When was Rudy Youngblood arrested?

Rudy Youngblood was arrested on Thursday, January 22, 2026, in Texas.

Has Rudy Youngblood been arrested before?

Yes, Rudy Youngblood has prior arrests, including one for assault in October 2025 and disorderly intoxication in 2017.

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Apocalypto Star Arrested on Felony Drug Charge

23 Jan

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Summary

Youngblood arrested on Thursday in Texas for substance charge.
Charged with felony possession of controlled substance, 1-4 grams.
He has prior arrests for assault and disorderly intoxication.

Apocalypto Star Arrested on Felony Drug Charge

Actor Rudy Youngblood, widely recognized for his role in the Oscar-nominated film 'Apocalypto,' was apprehended on Thursday in Texas. Officers executed a warrant from Bell County, leading to his booking in Henderson County jail. The charge involves a felony count of possessing a controlled substance, specifically an amount between 1 and 4 grams. Conviction could result in a prison sentence of up to two years and a $10,000 fine.

As of Friday morning, Youngblood remains in custody. This legal trouble follows a history of previous arrests. In October 2025, he was taken into custody for allegedly impeding family member's breathing. Earlier, in 2017, he was arrested for disorderly intoxication in Miami, though those charges were later dropped. Despite these incidents, Youngblood has continued his acting career, with roles in projects like 'The Haunting of Hell Hole Mine' and 'Dandelion Season,' and has upcoming projects in development.