# Rick Ross Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges

> Rick Ross booked on domestic violence charges after alleged physical abuse by ex-girlfriend.
- Title: Rick Ross Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges · Pitchfork
- Summary: Rick Ross booked on domestic violence charges after alleged physical abuse by ex-girlfriend. Rick Ross faces domestic violence charges following accusations…
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- Source: Pitchfork — https://pitchfork.com/story/rick-ross-booked-on-domestic-violence-charges
- Author: Jazz Monroe
- Published: 2026-10-01T15:04:19.817+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: rick ross, jazz monroe, domestic violence, miami beach police, turner guilford knight correctional cent, cbs, music, culture
## Rick Ross Arrested
Rick Ross was arrested in Miami this morning (October 1) on a felony charge of battery by strangulation.
## Additional Charges
Ross also faces a count of misdemeanour battery; both charges are linked to domestic violence.
## Arraignment Date
Ross’ arraignment is scheduled for October 22.
## Legal Statement
Ross’ lawyers Steve Sadow and Bradley Horenstein wrote: "William Roberts II, professionally known as Rick Ross, is being wrongfully accused by an ex-girlfriend whose true motivations are unclear".

> William Roberts II, professionally known as Rick Ross, is being wrongfully accused by an ex-girlfriend whose true motivations are unclear
## Ex-Girlfriend Accusation
Jazzma Kendrick publicly accused Ross of physical abuse on Sunday.
## No Response
Ross has issued no response to those allegations, and it is unclear whether they are linked to his arrest.
## Key takeaway

Rick Ross faces domestic violence charges following accusations from ex-girlfriend Jazzma Kendrick, who publicly claimed physical abuse but has not been linked to his arrest.