A$AP Rocky has been charged with assault for allegedly shooting his former friend in November, officials say.
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced the charges against the “D.M.B.” rapper, 33, on Monday. A$AP Rocky (real name Rakim Mayers) is charged with two counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm with allegations of personally using a firearm.
“Discharging a gun in a public place is a serious offense that could have ended with tragic consequences not only for the person targeted but also for innocent bystanders visiting Hollywood,” said Gascón.
“My office conducted a thorough review of the evidence in this case and determined that the addition of a special firearm allegation was warranted.”
His arraignment is scheduled for Wednesday.
Rocky was previously arrested at Los Angeles International Airport after he arrived on a private plane from Barbados with Rihanna on April 20, only a few weeks before the birth of their son. He was later released after posting a $550,000 bond.
The alleged shooting occurred on Nov. 6 of last year. The star was in a “heated discussion in Hollywood” when he allegedly aimed a semi-automatic handgun at his ex-friend. He’s accused of allegedly shooting twice toward the victim during the “subsequent confrontation,” according to the release.
The Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery/Homicide Division is investigating the case.
