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Darius McCrary Arrested Over Unpaid Child Support Warrant

10/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

Darius McCrary, known for his role as Eddie Winslow on *Family Matters*, was arrested on October 5, 2023, near the U.S.-Mexico border due to a felony warrant from Michigan for unpaid child support.
He is currently held in a San Diego jail without bail and awaits a court appearance on October 15, 2023.
McCrary has a history of legal issues, including arrests in 2015 and 2023 for similar charges.
After his 2019 divorce from Tammy Brawner, he was ordered to pay $1,366 monthly in child support for their daughter, Zoey, who resides with Brawner.
Accusations of physical harm to Zoey have emerged, which McCrary denies.

History

Historical Context

The Child Support Enforcement Act of 1984 established federal guidelines for child support, enabling states to collect over $32 billion annually. This legislation aimed to hold non-custodial parents accountable, a challenge highlighted by Darius McCrary's arrest for unpaid support following his 2019 divorce. The act underscores ongoing issues in child support compliance and the welfare of children like his daughter, Zoey.

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Story summary

Darius McCrary, known for his role as Eddie Winslow on *Family Matters*, was arrested on October 5, 2023, near the U.S.-Mexico border due to a felony warrant from Michigan for unpaid child support.
He is currently held in a San Diego jail without bail and awaits a court appearance on October 15, 2023.
McCrary has a history of legal issues, including arrests in 2015 and 2023 for similar charges.
After his 2019 divorce from Tammy Brawner, he was ordered to pay $1,366 monthly in child support for their daughter, Zoey, who resides with Brawner.
Accusations of physical harm to Zoey have emerged, which McCrary denies.

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