Michael Imperioli, 'Sopranos' Star, Arrested for Drug Possession

Police Report: Imperioli Arrested for Cocaine Possession

Michael Imperioli, best known for his role as Christopher Moltisanti on the HBO series "The Sopranos," was arrested on drug possession charges in New York City on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, according to a police report obtained by The Hollywood Reporter.

Imperioli Charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance

Imperioli was reportedly taken into custody around 2:30 p.m. in the East Village neighborhood of Manhattan.

According to the police report, Imperioli was allegedly found to be in possession of cocaine. He was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, a misdemeanor.

Imperioli Released on Desk Appearance Ticket, Due in Court in May

Imperioli was released on a desk appearance ticket and is due back in court on May 16, 2023.

Imperioli's arrest comes as a surprise to many fans, as the actor has been open about his struggles with addiction in the past. In a 2019 interview with The Guardian, Imperioli said that he had been sober for 20 years.

No further information is available at this time. Stay tuned for updates as the story develops.