Busta Rhymes during Rolling Stone x Sonesta’s Musicians on Musicians at the Apollo Theater on November 22, 2024 in New York, New York. He didn't "Break Ya Neck," but Busta Rhymes will still face charges after punching a man in the face in Brooklyn, according to police.

Busta Rhymes has been arrested and charged with third-degree assault after allegedly punching a man "in the face numerous times", US authorities said.

The rapper, real name Trevor George Smith Jr., got into an argument with his employee in Downtown Brooklyn on the morning of Jan. 10, cops and sources said.

Busta Rhymes, known for hits like “Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check,” has a history of legal troubles, including prior arrests for assault, weapons possession and traffic violations. In 2007, he was charged with DWI, and in 2015, he was arrested for throwing a protein drink at a gym employee.

Busta Rhymes is facing a third-degree assault charge following an incident in Brooklyn, New York, earlier this month.

Rapper Busta Rhymes was arrested after he repeatedly punched a man in the face on January 14. The 52-year-old “Round Round” artist, born Trevor George Smith Jr., has since been charged with third-degree assault.

Rapper Busta Rhymes arrested and charged for allegedly assaulting assistant in Downtown Brooklyn. Find out the latest details.

Busta Rhymes was arrested and charged with assault in the third degree after an alleged altercation that left a 50-year-old victim in the hospital, police say.