Trigger Warning: This article includes a discussion of alleged domestic violence, with details.
Rick Ross was released from a Miami-area jail on October 1 following his arrest on domestic violence charges. The 50-year-old rapper, whose legal name is William Leonard Roberts, is now focused on weekend trips to Dubai and Paris.
Rick Ross declares he’s “bigger than Justin Bieber” and lays out lavish plans after his Miami jail release
The rapper took to Instagram and laughed off the situation while maintaining his innocence. He said, “First and foremost, I am totally innocent.” He added that his team would put the fabricated allegations to rest.
He also shared his weekend plans, saying he would travel to Dubai the next day and Paris the day after. He added that he wanted to record new music. He then claimed he was “bigger than Justin Bieber” and predicted that news helicopters would fly over his mansion once the weather improved.
The Guardian reported that police arrested the rapper in Miami Beach shortly after his release. Authorities booked him at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, where he faced one felony count of battery by strangulation and one misdemeanor battery charge. The court set his bond at $6,000. Ross will appear in court for his arraignment on October 22.
The arrest follows allegations from Ross’ ex-girlfriend, Jazzma Kendrick, who recently claimed that the rapper physically abused her. According to People, the 39-year-old model and content creator made the claims in a series of Instagram Stories she posted on September 26. She alleged that Ross injured her lip, prompting her to “leave” him. She also shared photos that appeared to show the injury.
50 Cent also addressed the accusations at the time, sharing his reaction on X. He wrote, “This punk put his hands on baby girl. He stressed that the album didn’t sell. I’d laugh at him, but domestic violence is not a joke.”
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.