Martin Kove, known for playing the ruthless John Kreese in The Karate Kid franchise and Netflix’s Cobra Kai, is making headlines again — but this time, it’s not for his on-screen villainy. The actor was booted from Washington State’s Summer Con over the weekend after allegedly biting co-star Alicia Hannah-Kim on the arm in a shocking incident that drew police attention.
😳 What Allegedly Went Down?
According to a police report obtained by TMZ, the incident occurred during the VIP section of the popular fan convention. Alicia Hannah-Kim — who stars as Sensei Kim Da-Eun in Cobra Kai — claims she simply said hello to Kove when he suddenly grabbed her arm and bit her, hard enough to leave bruising.
The bite was described as nearly breaking the skin and left a visible mark that was already turning blue, according to authorities on-site.
“He bit me for fun,” Kove allegedly told her, brushing off the incident.
Alicia, clearly shaken and upset, reportedly yelled in pain as Kove then kissed her arm — something her husband, who witnessed the whole thing, also found disturbing.
🗣️ “Completely Unacceptable” Behavior
Alicia and her husband say they immediately confronted Kove, telling him the behavior was out of line. Rather than apologize at first, Kove allegedly became visibly angry and defensive, doubling down by saying the bite was just a joke.
However, when a Puyallup police officer on duty stepped in, things shifted.
The officer told Kove flat-out that his actions constituted a crime — simple assault — and that he was not free to leave until things were sorted out.
👮♂️ Police: Kove Apologized After Realizing the Severity
While no formal charges were filed, Alicia requested that a detailed informational report be recorded — complete with photos of the bruising — in case Kove ever repeated this behavior.
The report states that Kove appeared remorseful once police got involved, apologizing to Alicia and her husband in front of the officer.
Still, he was told in no uncertain terms: he needed to leave the venue immediately and was warned never to pull that kind of stunt again.
📸 Evidence Collected by Police
- Photos of the bite mark, which was already bruising
- Witness statements, including Alicia’s husband
- Police report documenting the entire exchange
- Alicia’s request for documentation, in lieu of pressing charges
🔇 No Comment Yet
Neither Kove nor Alicia Hannah-Kim have publicly commented on the incident. Reps for both actors have not responded to requests for clarification as of press time.
🤔 What’s Next for Kove?
While Kove remains a fan-favorite character in the Cobra Kai universe, this incident could raise serious questions about his future appearances at conventions and events. It also adds unwanted drama to a franchise known for its intense action — but not real-life altercations.
💬 What Do You Think?
Was Kove just joking — or did he cross the line?
Should Alicia have pressed charges?
Is this just another example of bad behavior being brushed off in Hollywood?
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⚠️ Stay tuned. The dojo drama just spilled into real life.
