The Hughleys Child Star Arrested for Suspected Gang Activity and Murder

Dee Jay Daniels held at San Joaquin County jail with possibility of life in prison

By Bruna Nessif Jun 07, 2012 3:30 AMTags
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Michael Hughley is in deep trouble.

E! News confirms former child star Dee Jay Daniels (real name Dorjan Lyndell Daniels) was arrested in California on possession of marijuana, premeditated murder and gang activity charges in connection with a fatal stabbing.

The 23-year-old was reportedly part of a group of three men who allegedly stabbed 26-year-old John Joseph outside a nightclub in Stockton, Calif., in August 2011.

Daniels is currently being held in San Joaquin County jail with no bail and could face life in prison if convicted.

The Hughleys aired from 1998-2002. Dee Jay Daniels was also featured on Cold Case, Coach, ER, Grace Under Fire, The Wayans Bros. and Family Matters.

Reporting by Claudia Rosenbaum