Rick Ross Arrested on Battery Charges, Claims Fabrication

Rick Ross, born William Leonard Roberts II, publicly addressed his arrest on domestic violence-related charges for the first time on October 1, 2026, after voluntarily turning himself in to Miami Beach police. He was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Centre at approximately 6:10 a.m. and charged with felony battery by strangulation and misdemeanor battery.

The charges stemmed from an alleged incident at his Star Island residence on August 28, where a woman identified only by her initials, J.K., claimed that a dispute escalated after Ross confronted her about an Instagram photo, resulting in physical harm. J.K. reported the incident to the police on September 29, providing photographs of her injuries.

Ross's legal team has denied the allegations, citing the delay between the incident and the police report. He appeared before Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Mindy S.

Glazer, where a not-guilty plea was entered on his behalf. The judge ordered him to stay away from the alleged victim.

Ross posted a $5,000 bond and plans to travel to Dubai and Paris shortly after his release. He is scheduled for an arraignment on October 22, 2026.