Reacher star Alan Ritchson under investigation after caught on video in neighborhood fight

Alan Ritchson is being investigated after a video captured a fight with a neighbor

Alan Ritchson is under investigation after a video surfaced showing the Reacher star involved in a physical altercation with a neighbor in Nashville, Tennessee, drawing widespread attention online.

The incident reportedly occurred around noon on Sunday, March 22, 2026, and stemmed from ongoing tensions between Ritchson and his neighbor, Ronnie Taylor, over noise from the actor riding a dirt bike at high speeds through their residential neighborhood. The dispute is said to have begun a day earlier when Taylor confronted Ritchson about the noise, with both men allegedly exchanging gestures that escalated the situation.

The following day, Ritchson was reportedly riding through the area again, this time accompanied by his children on motorbikes, when Taylor approached him once more. According to reports, the neighbor used profanity while asking him to stop, at which point the confrontation turned physical.

Video obtained by TMZ appears to show the two men engaged in a fight, with Ritchson’s children visible nearby during the incident. The footage has circulated widely, sparking debate over who initiated the altercation.

🚨🎥 EXCLUSIVE: "Reacher" star Alan Ritchson might've thought he was still shooting an episode of his popular show Sunday, because he allegedly beat the hell out of a neighbor in Tennessee. 👀 pic.twitter.com/ljz3oEFGI0

— TMZ (@TMZ) March 23, 2026

Taylor told police that Ritchson punched him multiple times, kicked him, and attempted to run him over with his bike after falling off. He also claimed he was struck repeatedly while on the ground, leaving him with bruising and swelling to his face. Despite the injuries, Taylor did not seek hospital treatment but reported the incident to authorities.

Law enforcement has confirmed that an investigation is underway, though no arrests have been made at this time. Officials are expected to review the video evidence along with witness statements and both parties’ accounts to determine whether charges will be filed or if the incident involved self-defense.

Ritchson has not publicly commented on the allegations, and his representatives have not responded to requests for comment. The actor, known for his lead role in Reacher, based on novels by Lee Child, has recently been in the spotlight for his work on the series, which has been renewed for another season.

As the investigation continues, the outcome will depend on how authorities assess the conflicting accounts and available evidence, with the case likely to remain under close public scrutiny.