“Outer Banks” star Austin North addresses hospital incident that led to arrest, cites 'severe anxiety attack'

The actor said in a statement that he is "deeply upset by the events that took place in Las Vegas this past week."

Outer Banks star Austin North is opening up about a recent incident at a Las Vegas hospital that culminated in his arrest for allegedly attacking the facility's staff.

In a statement posted to his Instagram Stories on Thursday, North, 27, said, "I am deeply upset by the events that took place in Las Vegas this past week. My friend drove me to the hospital because I thought I was having a heart attack. Several tests were taken, including blood, which came back negative for any drugs or alcohol in my system. I was having a severe anxiety attack."

The actor added, "I have very little memory of the events that day at the hospital. I have the utmost respect for healthcare workers and hospital staff. I have battled anxiety on and off for years and this was the most extreme panic attack I've ever had. Going forward, I hope to shed light on this debilitating disorder and send hope to those who have also struggled."

According to a report from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, which EW has reviewed, North was arrested Tuesday night and booked on three counts of battery on a protected person after allegedly punching, hitting, and shoving two nurses and a phlebotomist at UMC Hospital. The report states that after North was read his Miranda rights, police "asked North if he has any information on what occurred, and he reported he has no recollection of any of the events that occurred."

A representative for North declined to comment beyond his Instagram statement.

It's unclear if the incident will affect production on season 4 of Outer Banks, which is currently underway. A Netflix rep didn't respond to request for comment.

North plays Topper Thornton, one of the privileged Kooks, on the hit show, which follows a group of teenagers known as the Pogues who hunt for a legendary treasure linked to the disappearance of one of their fathers.

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