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Afroman Wins Defamation Case Against Ohio Deputies, Releases New Song

3/25/2026

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Rapper Afroman won a defamation lawsuit against seven Ohio sheriff’s deputies, with the jury finding no liability.
The case arose from a 2022 raid on his home, which was based on false suspicions and caused property damage.
Following the verdict, Afroman released a new song, "Batteram Hymn of the Police Whistleblower," prompting discussions about free speech and the limits of parody.

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Rapper Afroman won a defamation lawsuit against seven Ohio sheriff’s deputies, with the jury finding no liability.
The case arose from a 2022 raid on his home, which was based on false suspicions and caused property damage.
Following the verdict, Afroman released a new song, "Batteram Hymn of the Police Whistleblower," prompting discussions about free speech and the limits of parody.