Trigger Warning: This article contains a discussion of domestic violence allegations.
Just when it seemed like Robert Cosby Jr.’s legal troubles were winding down, new court documents have suggested otherwise. The troubled son of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby has been hit with two assault charges stemming back to an alleged altercation with his ex-wife, Alexiana Smokoff. Here’s what we know so far.
Robert Cosby Jr. is facing felony assault charges after his prison release
Robert spent two months behind bars after violating a protective order, going to his ex-wife’s family home, and damaging their property. He was released from jail on Tuesday, February 3, and sentenced to 36 months of probation. However, court documents reviewed by Starcasm show that prosecutors hit him with two felony charges just a couple of days after his release.
Robert was charged with felony assault and felony aggravated assault on February 5. The charges date back to an incident between him and his wife that occurred on May 18, 2024. She didn’t report it to the police until November 23, 2025, after Robert was already in police custody.
In the filing, Alexiana claimed that Robert “became upset with her when she flushed his drugs down the toilet.” She said he “beat her” in the face and head, kicked her in the stomach, and grabbed her by the throat. Alexiana told the police that she didn’t report the incident right away because she felt fearful.
A warrant was issued for his arrest, but it was recalled a few days later. Starcasm reported that there were no signs he was actually arrested again, but he did post a $2,500 bond.
With Robert already on probation, these latest felony charges threaten to complicate things. He has a hearing scheduled for March 17 to address the latest developments.
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If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.
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