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Rick Ross arrested on domestic violence charges in Miami Beach

Rick Ross arrested on domestic violence charges in Miami Beach

Also reported by Guardian World

Summary

Rapper Rick Ross was arrested in Miami Beach on charges of domestic violence, including felony battery by strangulation. He appeared in court via Zoom, was assigned bail, and has a court date set for October 22.

Key Facts

  • Rick Ross, whose real name is William Leonard Roberts, was arrested early Thursday in Miami Beach.
  • He faces one felony count of battery by strangulation and one misdemeanor count of battery, both related to domestic violence.
  • Ross pleaded not guilty, and his lawyer said the allegations are false.
  • The alleged incident happened on August 28, but the report was delayed.
  • His bond was set at $5,000 total ($4,000 for felony and $1,000 for misdemeanor).
  • The judge ordered Ross to avoid contact with the alleged victim and to stay away from their home, work, or school.
  • Ross must surrender any firearms and is banned from having guns or using illegal drugs during the case.
  • The next court hearing, called arraignment, is scheduled for October 22.
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