ASAP Rocky Released From Jail After Posting $550K Bond: Report

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The rapper was arrested earlier today in connection to a shooting that occurred in November 2021.

It seemed as if he didn't have a care in the world but A$AP Rocky's reality came crashing down after he was arrested earlier today (April 20). The rapper and his billionaire sweetheart Rihanna have been jet-setting as they prepare for the arrival of their firstborn. The mega-superstar couple has been the talk of the industry since it was revealed that they moved from friendship to romance, and the announcement of a baby only intensified the hype surrounding their relationship.

However, their smooth sailing came to an abrupt halt after Rocky was reportedly arrested in connection to a shooting that is said to have taken place in November 2021.

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We previously reported on the allegations where authorities claimed that Rocky shot a man multiple times following an altercation in Hollywood, Calif. While he was being taken into custody at Los Angeles International Airport, a swat team reportedly descended on his lavish home and entered with a battering ram.

The Los Angeles Police Department issued a statement that included:

"The argument escalated and resulted in the suspect firing a handgun at the victim," the statement reads. "The victim sustained a minor injury from the incident and later sought his medical treatment. Following the shooting, the suspect and two additional males fled the area on foot. Detectives worked diligently to investigate and corroborate the reporting information, which helped identify the suspect(s) involved."

Meanwhile, XXL reported that Rocky's bail has been set at $550K, and according to reports, he has been released after posting bond. Check it out below.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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