Rapper Rick Ross Arrested in Florida on Battery Strangulation Charges
Rapper Rick Ross, whose real name is William Leonard Roberts, was arrested in Florida on charges of battery by strangulation, a domestic violence-related offense. He was booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami-Dade County.
Lafayette, IN, October 1, 2026 —
William Leonard Roberts, widely known as the rapper Rick Ross, was arrested in Florida on charges related to domestic violence. The Miami-Dade Police Department took Roberts into custody, booking him at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center.
The charges filed against Roberts include battery by strangulation. This offense is categorized as a domestic violence-related charge.
Further details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the arrest, the date of the incident, or the timeline of events are not immediately available in the provided information. The outcome of the booking process and any subsequent legal proceedings have not been disclosed.
Rick Ross, whose legal name is William Leonard Roberts, is a prominent figure in the hip-hop music industry. He is known for his distinctive vocal style and his record label, Maybach Music Group.
The charge of battery by strangulation involves an assault where the assailant intentionally impedes the normal breathing or circulation of the blood of the victim by grabbing the neck. This is considered a serious felony offense in many jurisdictions.
Information regarding the contractor’s name, the specific location of the incident beyond Miami-Dade County, or any required permits for actions related to the charge was not provided. Similarly, details about inspection outcomes or any code violations were not made public.
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