Rhymes Busta allegedly went to the police after an incident in New York, during which he allegedly assaulted his assistant, Dashiel Gablesfor allegedly being on the phone at work. TMZ reports that the rapper is facing multiple charges following the Jan. 10 assault incident.
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Details About Busta Rhymes’ Alleged Assault Incident With His Assistant
According to the New York PostPolice allege Busta Rhymes, real name Trevor Smith Jr., punched his assistant Dashiel Gables in the face multiple times, leaving him with swelling in his left eye. TMZ shares that after the assault, Rhymes fled the scene and Gables immediately called the police. Authorities and paramedics quickly responded and Gables was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
On Tuesday, January 14, Busta Rhymes voluntarily turned himself in to the NYPD and reportedly received a ticket to appear at the office for misdemeanor assault, attempted assault, and harassment. An office appearance ticket means Rhymes must appear in court on a designated date to answer the charges.
As of now, Busta Rhymes has not responded to the allegations or commented on the incident.
Reactions on social networks
The Shade Room comments section quickly lit up by social media users reacting to the allegations against Busta Rhymes. Check out what they had to say below.
Instagram user @cultchathrowback wrote, “Maann, what’s happening here in 2025 🙄”
Instagram user @msbrittanyreign wrote, “My boy went into flip mode 😂😂”
While Instagram user @_thats.brookes.alexandria_ wrote, “Not him assisting the police and giving them advice about his assistant.
Then Instagram user @_thats.brookes.alexandria_ wrote, “Rhymes weren’t all he did 🥴”
Another Instagram user @iwasbornfromashes wrote: “Why is everyone fighting everyone.”
Instagram user @Rickdarulah wrote: “NY is showing up today 😅 »
While another Instagram user @sevynthestylist wrote, “The assistant must not have done this work on time.
Finally, Instagram user @lite___gifted wrote, “Busta said I would put my hands where your eyes could see 😂”
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