Country star Bailey Zimmerman burned bandmates and shoved guitarist before trashing hotel room, affidavit says
A round of golf, a chaotic soundcheck, a canceled concert and a police escort off the property: just a glimpse of the dramatic chain of events that allegedly unfolded during Bailey Zimmerman's turbulent day at a New Mexico resort.
An affidavit, obtained by Fox News Digital, offered new details about the events that led to criminal charges against Zimmerman, tracing the country singer's movements from the golf course to the amphitheater and back to the resort hotel.
Investigators alleged the day culminated in a canceled show, police involvement and thousands of dollars in property damage.
After arriving at the Sandia Resort and Casino in Albuquerque on May 27, Zimmerman played a round of golf.
Around 3 p.m., Zimmerman and his entourage took a white SUV back to the hotel.
Upon arrival, police claimed Zimmerman, his security officer and four men exited the vehicle.
"They stood in a group smoking a shared cigarette, and Mr. Zimmerman was intentionally burning other members of the band with the cigarette," the affidavit said. "The band members did not appear to mind and were laughing."
The group headed to Zimmerman's assigned hotel room.
At 4:20 p.m., Zimmerman and his entourage emerged to head to the amphitheater for soundcheck.
"Sandia security advised that Mr. Zimmerman appeared to be under the influence of alcohol and was very angry with his band and manager," the affidavit claimed. At one point, Zimmerman exited the SUV on the way to soundcheck and was followed by his personal security.
According to surveillance footage reviewed by police, the country singer's soundcheck spiraled into mayhem as he allegedly threw microphones and cymbals, toppled equipment, stumbled across the stage and repeatedly defied attempts by his band to calm him down.
The affidavit said the country star eventually shoved a guitarist after kicking over drum equipment and storming on and off the stage several times.
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According to police, Zimmerman left soundcheck after 44 minutes.
"Mr. Zimmerman walked out to the white SUV that was waiting for him," the affidavit claimed. "He threw a water bottle behind him down the stairs. He drank from another bottle and then spit toward a Sandia security officer standing nearby.
"Mr. Zimmerman complained about having a white SUV instead of a black SUV and initially refused to get in," the police said. "He eventually entered the white SUV."
Zimmerman's return to the hotel was allegedly no less dramatic. The "Fall In Love" singer arrived back at the resort around 4:49 p.m. The affidavit claimed he stumbled out of an SUV, headed for the wrong door, lost a shoe and struggled to keep his balance as members of his entourage guided him inside.
With blood visible on one knee, Zimmerman allegedly staggered through the hotel, nearly crashing to the floor multiple times before making it back to his suite.
The singer ended up canceling his concert, claiming he had "not been feeling well."
"Y’all know there’s nothing I love more than getting out on the road and playing these shows for you," he wrote on Instagram. "So it’s so hard for me to have to say this, but I have to reschedule tonight’s (5/27) and Saturday’s (5/30) shows.
"I have not been feeling well and have tried to power through, but I’m not able to give you all the show you deserve. I hate letting y’all down and was really looking forward to these shows, but I gotta take care of myself so I can get back out there stronger," he continued.
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After canceling his concert, resort staff asked Zimmerman and his entourage to leave the hotel.
"Mr. Zimmerman was given a deadline to depart from Sandia property," the affidavit read. "He refused to leave in the vehicles provided by Sandia to transport him to the airport."
"Mr. Zimmerman became disorderly, and Sandia Police were contacted," the document added. "Mr. Zimmerman eventually became cooperative and boarded the bus provided by Sandia Resort and Casino. He was escorted off the property by Sandia Police."
On May 28, Sandia Police were called to the hotel to assess damage found in the hotel room occupied by Zimmerman.
When officers inspected the room, they allegedly found:
The damage totaled $16,000, according to the affidavit. Zimmerman had also charged $400 worth of alcohol to the room, but allegedly did not pay the bill.
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Zimmerman was later hit with a felony charge of criminal damage to property and a misdemeanor charge of falsely obtaining services after allegedly leaving the hotel room trashed.
A warrant for his arrest was signed by a judge on June 18 and included a "no bond hold," with the judge deciding that Zimmerman would be held pending a judicial appearance rather than being immediately released on a preset bond amount.
Days after the felony warrant for criminal damage to property was filed, the country singer issued an apology through his attorney.
"To the Pueblo of Sandia and my fans: I want to address the events surrounding my canceled show in New Mexico in May and the reports that have followed," he said in a statement given to Fox News Digital. "First things first, I want to apologize to the Pueblo of Sandia and to everyone at Sandia Resort & Casino. I never meant for any of this to come across as disrespectful. I am deeply sorry for my actions that transpired. I respect your community and the hospitality and appreciate the opportunity that was given to me to perform on Native Land. I take full accountability for everything that happened, and I am sorry to anyone who feels hurt or disrespected.
"To my fans who bought tickets and showed up expecting a performance, I am so sorry, you deserved better from me. I understand that being a musician comes with big responsibilities, both on and offstage, and I know that I fell short that day. I am reflecting on the disappointment and concern that I caused.
"I am taking this legal matter seriously. I am committed to doing the work necessary to learn and grow. Thank you to my fans for holding me accountable and for understanding that I am human. I do not take your support for granted."