SAN FRANCISCO, January 6 — Victoria Jones, the 34-year-old daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, admitted to being under the influence of cocaine during an arrest in April 2025, months before she was found dead on New Year’s Day. Court documents detail a series of substance and domestic violence charges in the year leading up to her death at a San Francisco hotel.
What did the April 2025 arrest reveal?
During a wellness check on April 26, a Napa County sheriff’s deputy found Victoria Jones in a state where she admitted to cocaine use. According to documents obtained by the San Francisco Standard, a plastic bag with a white substance believed to be cocaine was found in her pocket upon booking.
The arresting officer noted dry blood around her nose. Jones was charged with being under the influence, possessing a controlled substance, and resisting arrest. She pleaded not guilty to these charges.
Were there other legal incidents before her death?
Yes. Earlier in February 2025, Napa officers responded to a domestic violence call at her home. The alleged victim, who did not press charges, wanted the incident documented.
In June, Jones was again arrested for domestic violence involving the same alleged victim, identified by the Daily Mail as her husband, Navek Cejas, 44. She also pleaded not guilty to that charge. Separately, TMZ reported she faced a May 2025 charge for being under the influence of toluene, a solvent with intoxicating effects, in a public space.
How and where did Victoria Jones die?
Jones was found dead at the Fairmont hotel in San Francisco around 3 a.m. on Thursday, January 1. The official cause of death has not been released by the medical examiner. According to reports, she was seen using cocaine prior to her death. Law enforcement is investigating the circumstances.
What has been the response from authorities?
The Napa County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the previous incidents but declined further comment on the ongoing death investigation. A spokesperson for the department was not immediately available for additional details.
The San Francisco Police Department is leading the investigation into her death at the hotel.
Why does this timeline matter?
The arrest records and charges from 2025 reveal a pattern of deepening personal and legal struggles linked with substance use and domestic disputes. These incidents give context to tragic circumstances surrounding her death at age 34.
Her case highlights the private struggles faced by family members of public figures, which can include substance abuse and mental health challenges.
