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Kanye West is facing legal trouble yet again as he becomes the primary suspect in a battery report filed with the LAPD. The incident reportedly occurred late Tuesday night when West allegedly punched a man in the face. The altercation was said to have been triggered by the man allegedly pushing or grabbing West's wife, Bianca Censori.
According to sources, the rapper and his wife left the scene after the incident and the alleged victim did not require medical treatment for any injuries sustained. Law enforcement is now investigating the matter, planning to gather statements from both West and witnesses.
In response to the initial reports, West's representatives issued a statement disputing the characterization of the incident. They described the encounter as more severe than mere pushing or grabbing, saying that Censori was physically and sexually assaulted. The statement detailed the assailant's actions, which included putting his hands under Censori's dress, grabbing her waist, spinning her around and blowing her kisses.
This incident is not the first time West has been embroiled in legal issues involving battery accusations. In a similar incident in 2023, West was investigated after video footage showed him grabbing a photographer's phone and throwing it into the street. Additionally, earlier this year, a man sued West for assault and battery, claiming the rapper struck him in downtown L.A. in 2022.
Despite his legal troubles, West has been experiencing a career resurgence, particularly with the success of his album "Vultures," a collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign. However, his personal life has also been under scrutiny, particularly following his divorce from Kim Kardashian in 2022 and subsequent marriage to Bianca Censori.
Critics have raised questions about Censori's attire and conduct, particularly after she was spotted at Disneyland wearing a controversial outfit that violated the park's dress code. This scrutiny extends to their public outings, where Censori's fashion choices have drawn attention and criticism.
As the investigation into the battery incident unfolds, West's legal team is expected to provide his side of the story.
