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Rick Ross Arrested on Domestic-Violence Charges in Miami Beach
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Arrest and Charges
Miami-Dade police booked rapper Rick Ross, whose legal name is William Roberts II, at the Turner Guilford Knight correctional center early Thursday. He faces a felony count of battery by strangulation and a separate misdemeanor battery charge, according to online court records. The arrest follows an accusation by his former girlfriend that he physically assaulted her.
Background & Career
Ross, a longtime South-Florida resident, rose to fame in 2006 with the platinum-certified single “Hustlin’.” He later signed with Def Jam Records and released a string of chart-topping albums, including five No. 1 releases and nine Grammy nominations. In July 2026 he issued his twelfth studio album, *Set In Stone*, featuring collaborations with Gucci Mane, The-Dream and Yung Miami.
Legal Proceedings and Discrepancies
Court documents list Ross’s bail at $5,000, while Miami-Dade jail records show a $6,000 bond. Both figures appear in reputable sources, indicating an unresolved discrepancy. Ross’s attorney, Steve Sadow, told reporters that the ex-girlfriend delayed filing a police report for a month after the alleged incident and maintains his client’s innocence. Ross has entered a not-guilty plea and remains in custody pending his arraignment, which is scheduled for October 22.
Reactions
Police have not released details about the alleged incident or identified the victim. She warned others about domestic abuse, stating that a man who puts his hands on a woman “will do it again.” Ross’s legal team has asked the public not to prejudge the case and to allow the judicial process to proceed.
What’s Next
The next procedural step is Ross’s arraignment on October 22, where the charges will be formally presented and a hearing on bail and pre-trial conditions is expected. No further court dates have been announced.