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Metro Boomin Acquitted in Civil Assault Case

9/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On September 25, 2025, a Los Angeles jury found Leland Tyler Wayne (Metro Boomin) not liable in a civil sexual assault case.
LeMaistre alleged the assault occurred in 2016 and that Wayne referenced the incident in his song "Rap Saved Me."
Wayne thanked the jury, called the suit a "shakedown," and noted the personal toll on his family.

History

Historical Context

The #MeToo movement surged in 2016, spotlighting sexual assault allegations against figures like R. Kelly and leading to over 300 high-profile cases by 2019. This cultural shift has prompted ongoing discussions about accountability in the music industry, exemplified by Leland Tyler Wayne's recent verdict, which may shape future civil cases and influence how artists balance personal expression with legal responsibilities.

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Story summary

On September 25, 2025, a Los Angeles jury found Leland Tyler Wayne (Metro Boomin) not liable in a civil sexual assault case.
LeMaistre alleged the assault occurred in 2016 and that Wayne referenced the incident in his song "Rap Saved Me."
Wayne thanked the jury, called the suit a "shakedown," and noted the personal toll on his family.

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