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Busta Rhymes has reportedly turned himself in to police after an incident in New York, where he allegedly lashed out at his assistant, Dashiel Gables, for allegedly being on his phone at work. TMZ reports that the rapper is facing multiple charges following the assault incident on January 10.
According to the New York Post, police allege that Busta Rhymes, whose real name is 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 to receive treatment.
On Tuesday, January 14, Busta Rhymes voluntarily turned himself in to the NYPD and was reportedly issued a desk appearance ticket for misdemeanor assault, attempted assault, and harassment. A desk appearance ticket means Rhymes must appear in court on a designated date to address the charges.
As of now, Busta Rhymes has not responded to the allegations or commented on the incident.
The Shade Room’s comment section quickly lit up with social media users reacting to the allegations against Busta Rhymes. Check out what they had to say below.
Instagram user @cultchathrowback wrote, “Maann wth is going on here in 2025 ”
Instagram user @msbrittanyreign wrote, “My boy went flip mode ”
While Instagram user @_thats.brookes.alexandria_ wrote, “Not him assisting the police and throwing them an assist about his assistant.”
Then Instagram user @_thats.brookes.alexandria_ wrote, “Rhymes wasnt all he was bustin ”
Another Instagram user @iwasbornfromashes wrote, “Why everyone fighting everyone.”
Instagram user @rickdarulah wrote, “NY showing out today ”
While another Instagram user @sevynthestylist wrote, “Assistant must didnt get that work done in time.”
Finally, Instagram user @lite___gifted wrote, “Busta said imma put my hands where your eyes could see ”
