Cash Wheeler’s legal record expunged after firearm case marks a turning point for the professional wrestler, following the resolution of charges that had shadowed his career since 2023. The official decision to clear Wheeler’s record was filed on May 5, 2025, removing a major obstacle as he looks ahead in the wrestling world.
Firearm Allegation and Legal Proceedings
Daniel Wheeler, known in wrestling as Cash Wheeler, was taken into custody on August 18, 2023, after he faced allegations of aggravated assault with a firearm related to an incident on July 27. Reports from the time indicated that the alleged victim accused Wheeler of a serious threat involving a weapon, stating that Wheeler was
“pointing a black semi-automatic handgun out of the driver’s window at him with a strong stare.”
—Victim, Police Report
A trial had been slated for May 2024. However, the prosecutor’s office opted to dismiss the charges ahead of the court date, effectively ending criminal proceedings against Wheeler. During the fallout, fellow wrestler Dax Harwood spoke openly in an interview, sharing details about how he convinced Wheeler not to retire in the midst of mounting stress and public scrutiny.
Record Cleared, Return to Wrestling
Wheeler’s situation improved further when, according to Mike Johnson of PWInsider, an official expungement of the 2023 case was granted and filed in May 2025. This significant legal step erases the previous charges from his record, allowing Wheeler to move on without the cloud of past allegations.
Returning to the wrestling scene, Wheeler and his long-standing tag partner Dax Harwood adapted their personas, turning heel at the Dynasty event in April. Their new aggression was evident during their attack on Adam Copeland, followed by further dominance with Stokely Hathaway. Their team then went on to overpower competitors such as Nigel McGuinness and Daniel Garcia at the Double or Nothing event, reinforcing their presence in the wrestling arena.
Significance for Wheeler’s Career and Wrestling
The expungement of Wheeler’s legal record removes limitations on his wrestling opportunities and public profile. With the legal matter behind him, he and Harwood, now aligned with Hathaway, have refocused on making an impact in the ring. This development also provides the wrestling industry with an example of how legal outcomes can shape and potentially revive a star’s trajectory after a high-profile incident.
