Arrest Made in Assault of Bride-to-Be
Mar. 28, 2025
Updated Mar. 29, 2025 at 10:37 a.m. CDT
Introduction to the Incident
A 27-year-old man who allegedly assaulted a bride-to-be Sunday was arrested Friday, according to police.
Trevon Woodards, 27, was arrested by the Bedford Police Department, Dallas police said. He was booked into the Euless city jail Friday night and faces charges of aggravated assault and assault causing bodily injury, a detention officer at the jail said.
Woodards will be transferred to the Tarrant County jail on Saturday, the detention officer said. It is unclear if Woodards has retained an attorney.
Background of the Incident
Dallas police identified Woodards as the suspect of an aggravated assault at 2600 Floyd Street and requested the public’s help in locating him Friday afternoon.
Crime in The News
His arrest came after Canada Rinaldi, 27, reported being randomly attacked during her bachelorette trip.
Related:Bride-to-be brutally attacked in D-FW a month before big day: ‘Wrong place, wrong time’
Details of the Attack
It was nearing 2 a.m., and Rinaldi and her group of six friends were leaving a night club in Deep Ellum and waiting for their Uber.
While they were approaching the vehicle, a man — who hadn’t at all interacted with the group — struck Rinaldi in the face and knocked her unconscious, Rinaldi’s aunt Kelly Peralta previously told The Dallas Morning News.
Bride-to-be Canada Rinaldi was brutally attacked in Deep Ellum last weekend during her bachelorette trip.(Special / Canada Rinaldi)
Aftermath of the Attack
As a result, Rinaldi got a concussion, eight stitches in her forehead, a broken nose, three broken teeth and over $10,000 in medical expenses, according to the GoFundMe account created to help her with medical expenses.
“Nobody could’ve seen this coming. I think it was just the wrong place, wrong time,” she said.
Conclusion
The arrest of Trevon Woodards brings some relief to the family and friends of Canada Rinaldi, but the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and vigilance, especially in public places.
Staff writer Zacharia Washington contributed to this report.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who was arrested in connection with the assault of the bride-to-be?
A: Trevon Woodards, 27, was arrested by the Bedford Police Department and faces charges of aggravated assault and assault causing bodily injury.
Q: What were the injuries sustained by the bride-to-be?
A: Canada Rinaldi got a concussion, eight stitches in her forehead, a broken nose, three broken teeth and over $10,000 in medical expenses.
Q: Where did the incident occur?
A: The incident occurred in Deep Ellum, near a night club where Rinaldi and her friends were waiting for their Uber.
Q: Is Trevon Woodards being held in jail?
A: Yes, Woodards was booked into the Euless city jail and will be transferred to the Tarrant County jail on Saturday.
