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Rick Ross Arrested on Domestic Violence and Battery Charges
Miami Beach, Florida — October 1, 2026
American rapper Rick Ross, whose legal name is William Leonard Roberts II, has been arrested in Miami Beach following allegations of domestic violence.
The 50-year-old musician surrendered to Miami Beach police on Thursday morning and was booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center. Court records show that he faces one felony charge of battery by strangulation and one misdemeanor battery charge, both connected to a domestic-violence allegation.
What police allege
According to the arrest affidavit, the alleged incident occurred on August 28 at Ross’s Star Island home.
A woman who told investigators she had been living with Ross said an argument began after he allegedly questioned her about being tagged in an Instagram photograph. She alleged that Ross struck her several times and restricted her breathing by grabbing and twisting the collar of her clothing.
The affidavit further alleges that Ross grabbed the woman by her ponytail and slammed her against a wall, causing an injury to her lip.
Police say the woman subsequently provided investigators with photographs of injuries that she said were connected to the incident. Investigators also reviewed surveillance footage as part of their investigation.
Ross denies the allegations
Ross’s lawyers have strongly denied the accusations.
His attorney said the allegations are false and asked the public not to prejudge the case while the legal process continues. Ross has entered a not-guilty plea.
A judge set Ross’s total bond at $5,000, according to CBS Miami, and imposed conditions including an order preventing contact with the alleged victim. Ross was subsequently released.
Ex-girlfriend had previously made allegations
The arrest comes shortly after Ross’s former girlfriend Jazzma Kendrick publicly alleged on social media that the rapper had physically abused her.
Kendrick posted photographs showing an injury to her lip and alleged that Ross was responsible. Those social-media allegations are separate from the criminal charges, although media reports have noted similarities between her claims and details contained in the police affidavit.
Court case continues
Ross’s next major court appearance is scheduled for October 22, 2026, when the case is expected to proceed through the court system.
At this stage, the allegations against Ross are charges, not convictions. The evidence and competing accounts will be considered through the legal process.
The case has attracted significant attention because Ross is one of hip-hop’s best-known artists, with a career spanning two decades and hits including Hustlin’.
Key points
* Rick Ross: William Leonard Roberts II
* Age: 50
* Location: Miami Beach, Florida
* Charges: Felony battery by strangulation and misdemeanor battery
* Alleged incident: August 28, 2026
* Arrest: October 1, 2026
* Plea: Not guilty
* Bond: $5,000
* Next court date: October 22, 2026
* Status: Allegations remain unresolved and Ross is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
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