The actor is said to have been detained by cops at his property in Venice, California after they were called to investigate a disturbance at the house.

Dourdan is alleged to have been embroiled in an argument with an unnamed ex-girlfriend, who was reportedly found with a broken nose, according to TMZ.com.

The website reports Dourdan was arrested on suspicion of felony battery and held on $50,000 (£33,333) bail.