New York’s Power universe is making headlines for all the wrong reasons — Alix Lapri, best known for playing Effie Morales on Power and its spin-off Power Book II: Ghost, was arrested in DeKalb County, Georgia. According to official jail records, she was booked on August 18, 2025, on charges of third-degree cruelty to children and disorderly conduct.
The alleged incident took place on August 10, but details remain scarce as authorities have not released specifics. Lapri was released from custody the following day, August 19, in the early evening.
What Does Third-Degree Cruelty to Children Mean in Georgia?
Georgia law doesn’t require that a child be physically harmed for a third-degree cruelty to children charge. Instead, it typically involves situations where a child is knowingly present during violent or dangerous conduct — like a battery or family violence incident.
Disorderly conduct, on the other hand, refers to behavior that disrupts public order or safety — which could include using profane speech around minors or inciting violence.
Co-Stars Speak Out
Social media erupted shortly after the news broke, with fans—and even Lapri’s co-stars—reacting. Power Book II: Ghost lead Michael Rainey Jr. had a hard truth for the rumor mill:
“On the real though. Y’all gotta start reading before commenting. She didn’t hurt any kids…”
Meanwhile, Gianni Paolo kept it lighter, dropping a cheeky comment on Lapri’s mugshot:
“Mugshot fine asf”
Where Things Stand Now
As of now, Alix Lapri has not made a public statement addressing the charges. The case remains under wraps, with limited info on what led to the arrest or what exactly happened on that August day.
The story is still unfolding — stay tuned as we monitor for updates and any comments from her legal team or representative sources.
