The Challenge’s Tony Raines reveals black eye in mugshot for DUI arrest weeks after ex Madison Channing Walls’ drug bust

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THE CHALLENGE star Tony Raines sported a black eye in a mugshot for a DUI arrest just weeks after his baby mama Madison Channing Walls’ bust for drugs. 

Tony, 36, was arrested on February 23 at around 4am in Louisiana, and charged with operating while intoxicated, reckless operation and negligent injuring, The U.S. Sun could confirm. 

Mugshot of Tony Raines showing front and side views.

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Tony Raines was arrested on February 23Credit: Ascension Sheriff

Mugshot of Madison Channing Walls.

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Tony's baby mama Madison Channing Walls was arrested in January for drug possessionCredit: Williamson County Jail

Woman kneeling and hugging her young daughter in a living room.

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The exes share daughter Harper, 9Credit: Instagram/madiichanning

He was released from jail at around 9pm after posting a $7,500 bond. 

Tony is due back in court for his arraignment. 

According to TMZ, Tony was at a wedding in Louisiana on Saturday night and went to an afterparty at a restaurant.

At the restaurant, Tony allegedly got into a fight with a man on the dance floor and left in his car. 

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In Tony’s mugshot, he could be seen with a black eye and cuts on his nose and cheek. 

Tony appeared somber and disheveled in the photos. 

Tony was previously arrested in 2016 for drinking in public. He was given a citation.

The MTV star has addressed his drinking issues on The Challenge, as he cheated on his then-girlfriend Alyssa Giacone while under the influence on the competition show in 2017.

Tony Raines wearing a blue helmet and shirt.

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Tony last appeared on MTV's The Challenge in 2024Credit: Instagram/t_raines

BABY MAMA BUST

The arrest comes just weeks after the mother of Tony's oldest daughter was arrested. 

Madison, 34, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance on January 10, 2025. 

In the Texas police report obtained by The U.S. Sun, the reporting officer explained how he observed a silver passenger car with an obscured temporary registration tag, resulting in a traffic stop.

MTV star Madison Channing Walls is unrecognizable in mugshot after being arrested for meth and fentanyl possession

The officer identified the car's passenger, driven by a male, as Madison. 

“I observed multiple paraphernalia items used for narcotics usage, such as torch lighters,” the report read.

During a search of the man, the officer found a small container in his pants pocket. 

The man admitted the pills found were Xanax and that he had no prescription. 

“Due to his admission to the possession of narcotics, I removed the bottle from his pocket. I asked him again what was in the bottle, and he said it had fentanyl inside. 

“I opened the container. And it concealed what I believed to be fentanyl in a hard rock-like shape.”

The officer also found a glass pipe on the man, which he admitted was used to smoke the fentanyl. 

He was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. 

The officer then had Madison exit the car, as she admitted to also having fentanyl. 

“She told me it was in her backpack, located at her feet, where she sat in the passenger seat. 

“I found a small round container in Walls’ backpack with a substance similar to what I found on [the man].

“Walls admitted to me that the substance was fentanyl and it belonged to her. I placed Walls under arrest for possession of a controlled substance, handcuffed her, and double-locked the cuffs.”

The officer continued to search the man’s car and found a small pink container with a crystal-like substance. 

Based on the officer’s training and experience, he believed the substance to be methamphetamine, according to the report.

“Both Walls and [the man] admitted to the crystal-like substance being methamphetamine and it was theirs," the report read.

“They both admitted to smoking the fentanyl I found on [the man] earlier in the day.

“Walls admitted to smoking the meth with [the man] last night.”

The substance tested positive for meth. 

Madison was released from prison days later, on January 16, after her $10,000 bond was posted. 

Madison appeared unrecognizable in her mugshot as she looked fatigued and disheveled. 

The case remains ongoing.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE ISSUES

The relapse comes after the sudden death of her dad, Michael, in November 2023 from a heart attack.

Madison has struggled with drug use for years, as she was open about her substance abuse issues on Real World: Skeletons. 

She said on the show, "I'm a recovering heroin addict. I am scarred for life from it. I feel grateful to be alive."

In one episode, she admitted to overdosing on more than one occasion.

Madison welcomed daughter Harper with Tony, her co-star on Real World: Skeletons, in 2016. 

Later that year, he welcomed daughter Isla with Alyssa, whom he lives with today in Louisiana. 

CUSTODY CASE

Madison appeared active in Harper’s life through the years, but in 2018, she signed over custody of her daughter to her parents. 

Court papers claimed that her parents, Cally and Michael, had asked the court to grant them sole custody of Harper from her and Tony, whose real name is Charles Anthony.

The petition filed in 2018 read, “Cally and Michael have had possession of the child since date of birth. The appointment of the parents as managing conservators would not be in the best interest of the child.

"It is in the best interest of the child that Petitioners be appointed sole managing conservators of the child.”

Madison responded to the petition by writing, “I want my parents to have custody of my daughter.”

Tony responded, “Respondent admits that Petitioners have had possession of the child. However, the mother, Madison Channing Walls, was living with petitioners at the time, and it is believed that she will likely continue to do so.

“Respondent also specifically denies the allegation that it is in the best interest of the child that Petitioners, the child’s grandparents, be appointed sole managing conservators of the child.”

The parties agreed to a temporary custody order.

The agreement also brought up Madison's substance abuse issues.

The papers read, “Ms. Walls shall have possession and access as agreed by Ms. Walls, Mr. Shapshak, and Mrs. Shapshak. However, all such periods of possession shall be supervised by Mr. or Mrs. Shapshak.

"Ms. Walls is currently residing on the property of Mr. and Mrs. Shapshak due to the need for support at this time.”

The papers continued that if Madison has a “relapse,” the parties “agree to recognize that Ms. Walls shall therefore no longer be permitted to reside on the property of Mr. and Mrs. Shapshak and shall immediately enter inpatient.”

The parties are prohibited from “consuming any controlled substance for which they do not have a valid prescription" and from drinking alcohol to the point of intoxication when around Harper.

The parties then sealed the case.

Madison's mother denied her daughter relapsed at the time, as she told RadarOnline.com, “She’s doing great. Nothing is wrong. She’s fine.”

She added of the custody filing, “The conservatorship is because it’s our family raising Harper. Tony isn’t involved. We just want to protect her. 

“He does post about her a lot on social media, especially for someone not on the birth certificate.”

ASSAULT ARREST

Then, in March 2023, Madison was arrested and charged with assault causing bodily injury. 

In the incident report, officers arrived at a physical disturbance at Madison’s parents' home.

According to the report, Michael claimed to authorities that Madison struck him “on the left side of the jaw and scratched the right arm after the two of them were in a verbal argument.”

Michael claimed Madison became “upset” when he “cut off her phone service.” 

Madison was “yelling from the upstairs area” while another family member tried to put Harper to sleep. 

According to the report, Michael allegedly “blocked” the door to Harper’s room to stop Madison from entering. 

The report continued, “While blocking the doorway to prevent Madison from entering the room, Madison struck him in the face in the lower left portion of the jaw, which he advised caused pain.

"Michael further advised Madison scratched him on the inner portion of his right forearm, which bled and caused pain.”

The cop observed “redness” on his face and “several scratches” on the forearm.

Madison “admitted” to striking her father to authorities.

The family member wished to press charges, and she was arrested. 

Madison was held on a $2,500 bond and was bailed out on March 29.

Michael filed an emergency protective order against her, as she was ordered to stay 200 feet away from him on March 28.

The charge against Madison was then declined because of Michael’s death in November 2023. 


Madison Channing Walls Timeline

Madison Channing Walls appeared on MTV's Real World: Skeletons in 2014 and 2015. She went on to date and welcome a child with her co-star Tony Raines, who later appeared on several seasons of The Challenge.

  • Madison appeared on MTV's Real World: Skeletons from 2014 to 2015, where she opened up about her addiction to heroin
  • In 2016, Madison welcomed her daughter, Harper, with Tony Raines
  • Madison signed over custody of Harper in 2018 to her parents, Cally and Michael. She agreed to be sober from drugs and alcohol to continue to live in the home with her family, according to court papers
  • In March 2023, Madison was arrested for causing bodily injury to her father
  • In November 2023, the charge was dismissed because of her father's sudden passing
  • In June 2024, Madison sparked concern with her thin appearance, as she then disappeared from social media
  • In January 2025, Madison is arrested for possession of a controlled substance

Tony is married to Alyssa and they appear to have Harper in their care often, as they recently celebrated her 9th birthday.

Tony has appeared on The Challenge through the years, as his most recent stint was The Challenge: All Stars in 2024. 

Family portrait in front of a wooden door.

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Tony is also dad to daughter Isla [R] with wife AlyssaCredit: Instagram/madiichanning

Man holding protein powder and shaker cup in gym.

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Tony often promotes his healthy lifestyleCredit: Instagram/t_raines
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