By: Keith Witchka – Senior Correspondent | JRL CHARTS Gay News
LAS VEGAS — (June 3, 2026) — Gay adult entertainment performer Drake Von has been arrested in Las Vegas and is facing multiple domestic battery-related charges, according to court records and reports published Wednesday.
Von, whose legal name is Dawson Bacon, was taken into custody by law enforcement on June 2. According to court records cited by multiple media outlets, he has been charged with two felony offenses and one misdemeanor offense stemming from an alleged domestic incident.
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The reported charges include:
- Domestic Battery by Strangulation (Felony)
- Coercion Constituting Domestic Violence with Threat or Use of Physical Force (Felony)
- Domestic Battery (Misdemeanor)
The charges stem from an alleged domestic incident at a Las Vegas residence. Authorities have not publicly released additional details regarding the allegations.
A spokesperson for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reportedly confirmed that the case involves an alleged domestic violence incident. However, investigators have not publicly disclosed further information regarding the circumstances surrounding the arrest.
Adult Entertainment Career
Drake Von is a recognizable figure within the gay adult entertainment industry, having built a substantial fan base through studio productions, creator platforms, and social media. Over the course of his career, Von has appeared in numerous productions and earned industry recognition through fan-voted award nominations and wins.
In recent years, he has also maintained a public online presence through subscription-based creator platforms and collaborative content projects.
Custody Status and Court Proceedings
Initial reports indicated that Bacon was being held on a $25,246 bond following his arrest.
However, as of this report, publicly available inmate records no longer appear to show Bacon in custody. It remains unclear whether bond was posted, whether he was released pending future court proceedings, or whether another release action occurred following his booking.
Court proceedings are expected to continue in the coming weeks as the case moves through the legal system.
Presumption of Innocence
At the time of publication, prosecutors have formally filed charges, but the case remains in its early stages. No plea information has been publicly released.
As with all criminal proceedings, the allegations against Bacon remain accusations. He is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
JRL CHARTS has not received a public statement from Von regarding the allegations as of publication time. We will continue monitoring court records and official statements and will provide updates as additional verified information becomes available.
Stay up to date with Drake Von on Instagram @drakevonzx, TikTok @drakevonxx, and YouTube @drakevonx.
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