Actor Judge Reinhold who starred in Beverly Hills Cop arrested at airport after he ‘became belligerent when security stopped him for a random body search’
The 59-year-old was taken to Dallas County jail
BEVERLY Hills Cop actor Judge Reinhold smiles for the camera while handcuffed after he was arrested following a confrontation with airport security agents.
Police confirmed the 59-year-old actor was detained on a disorderly conduct charge on Thursday afternoon at Dallas Love Field airport.
The Emmy nominated actor was 'belligerent' when staff tried to search him at a security checkpoint, according to reports.
Reinhold's attorney, Steve Stodghill, told The Dallas Morning News that Reinhold cleared security but his bag raised an alarm.
He was taken aside by airport security for a pat-down and resisted.
The star was taken to the Dallas County jail for booking.
Reinhold was filmed smiling at paparazzi as he was taken into the jail in handcuffs.
He said to the waiting reporters "thanks for the exposure".
The comedic actor starred in all three Beverly Hills Cop movies alongside Eddie Murphy.
He also appeared in movies such as Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Ruthless People co-starring Danny DeVito and Bette Midler.
Disorderly conduct is punishable by a fine of up to £400.
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