And her verdict? The whole incident was just blown way out of proportion by the sheriff who talked to the media. Hayden Panettiere’s father, Alan, was previously arrested for felony spousal abuse last August 11 but was released on bail the same day. He was seen jogging with his wife, Lesley, the next morning. Hayden told Extra,

“It was blown way out of proportion by a sheriff who wanted his 15 minutes of fame.”

Hayden Panettiere also added that their family is coping well after the incident. She said,

“My family is wonderful. So very happy. We’re all great.”

Alan Panettiere has previously insisted that it was all a mistake, telling Extra that “nothing actually happened” and called the incident a “misunderstanding”.