Busta Rhymes Charged with Assault in Brooklyn

Rapper Busta Rhymes, 52, has been charged with multiple counts of assault after allegedly attacking his assistant, Dashiel Gables, during a dispute over phone usage at a Brooklyn condominium on January 10. Rhymes reportedly punched Gables several times in the face, causing swelling and leading to his hospitalization. The rapper, whose legal name is Trevor Tahiem Smith Jr., turned himself in to the NYPD and received a desk appearance ticket for misdemeanor assault, attempted assault, and harassment. This incident adds to Rhymes' history of legal issues, including previous assault charges and a gun possession conviction. Gables has refrained from public comment, citing potential legal settlements. Rhymes is expected to appear in court to address these charges soon.