Busta Rhymes is facing assault charges after being accused of attacking his 50-year-old assistant during an altercation at a Brooklyn condominium. The incident, which took place on January 10, has led to a police investigation and subsequent legal action against the rapper.
Here is more about the case against Busta Rhymes.
Busta Rhymes accused of assault in Brooklyn
Busta Rhymes, the iconic rapper and Grammy-nominated artist, is facing assault charges after an alleged altercation with his assistant in Brooklyn on January 10. The incident took place at a high-end condominium in Dumbo, where Rhymes reportedly struck his 50-year-old assistant, Dashiel Gables, multiple times in the face, leaving him with visible swelling. The dispute arose after Gables, who had been on his phone during work, was confronted by Rhymes. This led to the violent outburst.
Following the incident, the rapper, whose real name is Trevor Tahiem Smith Jr., voluntarily turned himself in to the Brooklyn police on January 12. He was charged with third-degree assault and issued a desk appearance ticket, requiring him to appear in court for arraignment. The investigation is still ongoing, and additional details could emerge as the case unfolds.
As for Gables, he has chosen not to comment publicly on the matter. His lawyer has advised him to refrain from speaking to the media. Games said, “Maybe later. Maybe in the future. I can’t mess up my case, bro. It’s just not going to be worth it. An article in the paper as opposed to a six or seven-million-dollar settlement? I’m not risking it, sorry.” Rhymes’ upcoming court appearance is scheduled for February 2, where the legal proceedings will continue. (via New York Post)
This legal issue adds to Rhymes’ history of previous encounters with law enforcement. The rapper has faced multiple charges in the past, including assault-related incidents and traffic violations. In 2015, Rhymes was arrested for allegedly throwing a drink at a gym employee. Even last year, he made headlines for another beverage-related altercation with a fan.
