Rapper Rick Ross Arrested in Miami Beach on Domestic Violence Charges

Rapper Rick Ross arrested in Miami Beach on felony battery by strangulation. Legal battle begins as allegations surface.

Editorial Desk

October 1, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Miami Beach, United States — Rapper Rick Ross was taken into custody early Thursday morning in Miami Beach on domestic violence charges, including a felony count of battery by strangulation, according to official court records.

The 50-year-old artist, known publicly as Rick Ross and legally as William Leonard Roberts, was processed at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center at 6:10 a.m. He faces one felony charge of battery by strangulation and one misdemeanor charge of battery, both linked to domestic violence.

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Ross’s legal team has denied the accusations, urging the public to avoid premature judgment as the case proceeds through the judicial system. During a Zoom appearance in bond court, Judge Mindy Glazer found probable cause for the charges and set a total bail of $5,000. The judge also issued a stay-away order for the alleged victim, identified only by her initials, and prohibited Ross from contacting her via any means, including social media.

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