Reality TV Star Nathan Gallagher Convicted of Domestic Violence, Wanted in Australia and Ireland

Nathan Gallagher, a former bosun on the reality series "Below Deck Mediterranean," was convicted in an Australian court of three domestic-violence offences – assault occasioning actual bodily harm, choking without consent and common assault – against his partner, Gael Cameron, the mother of his child. The judge noted that while Gallagher has no prior criminal record, the offences are serious and issued an arrest warrant after he failed to appear for his scheduled hearing.

New South Wales police have issued a public appeal for information on Gallagher’s whereabouts, stating that he is believed to be overseas. Authorities in both Australia and Ireland have also listed him as a wanted person for failing to attend court proceedings.

Court documents describe a violent incident that began after an argument over wine, during which Gallagher allegedly covered Cameron’s mouth and nose, restrained her breathing, and physically assaulted her, causing injuries to her face, mouth and limbs. Cameron fled the home with their child, but Gallagher reportedly pursued her and attempted further violence before she escaped.

"The defendant doesn’t have any prior criminal history but the offences are very serious, with significant maximum penalties, and context of DV committed in the home," the judge wrote.

Law enforcement agencies continue to seek Gallagher’s location to enforce the arrest warrant.