Former WWE Star Chyna Named in Connection with LAPD Battery Case

Former WWE wrestler and Surreal Life star Chyna has been named in connection with an LAPD battery investigation. Chyna, whose real name is Joanie Laurer, is accused of brutally attacking her 24-year-old friend at a Sherman Oaks motel. According to Gabriela Targos, Laurer invited her to hang out at the motel on Saturday night, then beat her down once she got there. E! is reporting that the woman says she was punched in the face, dragged by her hair, and beaten with a wire hanger by the former pro wrestler. Only when she escaped the motel room was Targos able to flag down police.

There has been no word on what could have precipitated the attack, if it did occur. A detective for the West Valley Police Department confirmed to E! News that a battery investigation is currently underway to determine whether Gabriela Targos' story is indeed factual.

Source:
E! News. The Great Brawl of Chyna? April 29th, 2010.