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Kim Zolciak Speaks Out After 15-Year-Old Son KJ Biermann Is Arrested

The former 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' star called the sexual battery charges against her teenage son "deeply troubling."

By Dee AlvarezPublished Updated 2 min read

Kim Zolciak is addressing a major legal situation involving her family after her 15-year-old son, Kroy Jagger "KJ" Biermann Jr., was taken into police custody. The former *Real Housewives of Atlanta* star broke her silence following reports that the teenager faces severe legal charges stemming from an alleged incident at school. According to reports, the arrest follows an incident alleged to have taken place on April 23. A classmate accused the 15-year-old of sexually assaulting her inside a gym changing facility, leading law enforcement to initiate an investigation that ultimately resulted in his arrest on counts including sodomy and sexual battery.

What did Kim Zolciak say about KJ Biermann's arrest?

Kim Zolciak attending a public red carpet event
Kim Zolciak attending a public red carpet event

Responding to the swift public reaction, Zolciak acknowledged the situation in a public statement, characterizing the allegations and subsequent legal actions as "deeply troubling." The reality television personality indicated that the family is navigating the serious matter as the legal process gets underway. The news has stunned long-time followers of the former Bravo staple, who spent years documenting her domestic life on camera. Viewers watched KJ grow up on television during the long-running spinoff series *Don't Be Tardy*, which chronicled the lives of Zolciak, her estranged husband Kroy Biermann, and their children.

Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann in the story: Kim Zolciak Speaks Out After 15-Year-Old Son KJ Biermann Is Arrested
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann in the story: Kim Zolciak Speaks Out After 15-Year-Old Son KJ Biermann Is Arrested

What are the charges against KJ Biermann?

Kim Zolciak-Biermann with long blonde hair and an off-the-shoulder white top, looking directly at the camera.
The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star (above) put out a statement about his arrest.

Law enforcement documents state that the minor was charged with sexual battery and sodomy following the reported April encounter. Due to the minor status of the individuals involved in the case, specific details surrounding court appearances and formal proceedings remain restricted under state privacy laws protecting juveniles. The situation adds another layer of stress to an already turbulent period for the household. Zolciak and her estranged husband have been entangled in a contentious, highly publicized divorce case alongside ongoing financial difficulties that have kept the family in the news spotlight. As legal proceedings continue to unfold in Georgia, representatives connected to the family have requested privacy regarding the juvenile case. Further updates are expected as the legal system evaluates the allegations through the proper court channels.

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Kim Zolciak attending a public red carpet event
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann in the story: Kim Zolciak Speaks Out After 15-Year-Old Son KJ Biermann Is Arrested
The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star (above) put out a statement about his arrest.
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann in the story: Kim Zolciak Speaks Out After 15-Year-Old Son KJ Biermann Is Arrested
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann in the story: Kim Zolciak Speaks Out After 15-Year-Old Son KJ Biermann Is Arrested
KJ (seen here with Zolciak in March 2025) is accused of sexually assaulting a female classmate.

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Why was Kim Zolciak's son KJ Biermann arrested?
KJ Biermann was arrested after a classmate accused him of sexual assault in a gym changing area on April 23, leading to charges of sodomy and sexual battery.
What did Kim Zolciak say about her son's arrest?
Kim Zolciak released a statement addressing the reported charges, describing the situation and allegations concerning her minor son as "deeply troubling."