The criminal charges against Brian Pontarelli, husband of a cast member from “Real Housewives of Rhode Island,” have been dropped. The case emerged following an accusation that he placed a tracking device in his wife’s vehicle.
Details of the Case
In October 2023, Rhode Island State Police reported that Rulla Pontarelli believed her husband was tracking her movements. After her visit to a state police barracks, officials discovered a tracking device in her car.
Background on Rulla and Brian Pontarelli
Rulla Pontarelli is slated to appear in the Bravo series “Real Housewives of Rhode Island,” which is expected to debut in 2026. The filming for the show had already been completed before the allegations surfaced.
- Brian Pontarelli: A podiatrist based in North Providence with an accompanying medical spa.
- Charges: He faced a misdemeanor charge under Rhode Island’s domestic violence laws.
- Resolution: The case was dismissed during a pretrial conference, as confirmed by court records.
Reactions and Aftermath
William Murphy, the attorney representing Dr. Pontarelli, stated that his client is relieved the legal matter has been resolved. Initially, Rulla had filed a no-contact order against Brian, which was lifted weeks prior to the case dismissal.
Murphy emphasized that both Rulla and Brian are doing well, characterizing the incident as an unfortunate event in their lives.
