Summary
A jury in Los Angeles found Cardi B not guilty of assaulting a security guard in 2018. The guard claimed Cardi B had injured her with a fingernail and spat on her, but the jury cleared the rapper of these allegations after a short deliberation.
Key Facts
- Cardi B was accused by security guard Emani Ellis of assault, seeking $24 million in damages.
- The incident occurred outside an obstetrician's office in 2018 when Cardi B was pregnant.
- Cardi B admitted to a heated verbal exchange but denied any physical contact.
- Witnesses, including a doctor and a receptionist, supported Cardi B’s account, suggesting Ms. Ellis was the aggressor.
- The jury took about an hour to decide in Cardi B’s favor, clearing her of all charges.
- Cardi B's real name is Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar.
- The event took place in Alhambra, Los Angeles.
