Panettiere's father released on bail

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Hayden Panettiere's father has been released on bail after being arrested for allegedly attacking the actress's mother.

Alan Panettiere, 49 was released from custody yesterday afternoon on $50,000 bail, reports People.

He was arrested at the family home at 3:15am and charged with felony domestic violence.

A spokesperson for the Los Angeles County sheriff said that Alan stuck Lesley Panettiere twice on the cheek. Another official confirmed that alcohol was involved.

The couple were spotted rowing at a Whaleman Foundation charity event at Beso restaurant on Sunday.

"When they were both about to leave, they had a heated argument outside the restaurant. They were doing a good amount of yelling," said a witness.