Key Takeaways
- Blake Robertson was arrested for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend.
- Hayley Hendrich chose not to press charges against him.
- Robertson’s attorney stated the case was dismissed and records expunged.
- The couple appears on Season 4 of Netflix’s ‘The Ultimatum.’
Incident Details
Blake Robertson, a contestant on Season 4 of Netflix’s dating show “The Ultimatum,” was arrested last year for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, Hayley Hendrich. The incident occurred after filming wrapped, specifically in October, when Robertson was taken into custody at a business in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Response from Hendrich
Hendrich informed media outlets that she opted not to press charges against Robertson. She mentioned that while they had private discussions about the incident, she would like him to publicly acknowledge his actions.
Legal Outcome
Robertson’s attorney, Sean Hightower, confirmed that the case was dismissed by the prosecutor shortly after the arrest, and all related records were expunged.
Show Context
Both Robertson and Hendrich are part of the current season of “The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On.” In this season, couples face the decision of whether to commit to each other or explore connections with new partners. After two years of dating, Robertson issued an ultimatum to Hendrich, prompting her to consider marriage. However, she expressed a desire for him to be more emotionally open.
During the show, Hendrich chose to connect with another contestant, Killian, while Robertson dated Ashley. Despite some intense moments, the couple ultimately decided to remain together.
The final two episodes of Season 4 are set to air on Netflix on July 22.