Diamond Tankard, Former Reality TV Star, Arrested for Walmart Attack

Why this matters: This incident highlights the challenges faced by former reality TV stars and the potential consequences of their actions. It also raises questions about the support systems available to individuals transitioning out of the public eye.

Diamond Tankard, granddaughter of gospel jazz producer Ben Tankard, gained fame on Bravo's 'Thicker Than Water,' which chronicled her family's affluent lifestyle. The recent arrest stems from an incident at a Walmart where Tankard allegedly assaulted a woman with a sock filled with rocks. According to reports, Tankard approached the victim in the self-checkout lane, grabbed her hair, and struck her with the makeshift weapon. Following the assault, she allegedly stole the victim's iPhone 14 and Louis Vuitton handbag.

The incident was captured on security footage, confirming the victim's and her grandmother's accounts. Tankard was subsequently arrested and charged with theft of property and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. This is not Tankard's first brush with the law; she was previously charged with attempted first-degree murder for allegedly hitting a woman with her car. At the time of that arrest, she was wearing an ankle monitor for a prior domestic assault charge.

This incident has sparked considerable discussion online, with many expressing concern for Tankard's well-being and calling for her to receive guidance. Some have also criticized the media's use of the term 'star' to describe Tankard, given the show's limited run and her subsequent legal troubles. The case remains ongoing, with Tankard's next court appearance scheduled for August 22.

Diamond Tankard is charged with theft of property and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

The alleged attack occurred at a Walmart in Nashville, Tennessee.

Yes, she was previously charged with attempted first-degree murder.

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