On November 24, 2022, Ray J, the singer and reality television personality, was arrested in Los Angeles following a reported domestic dispute that authorities believe may be linked to a custody conflict involving his children. The incident unfolded early Thursday morning, prompting a response from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).
Details of the Incident
LAPD officers arrived at the scene around 4 a.m. after receiving a call regarding threats made during an escalating family conflict. Upon their arrival, officers determined that a weapon was involved, leading to Ray J’s arrest on felony charges. He was subsequently booked and later released on a $50,000 bond, as confirmed by jail records obtained by ABC News.
In the hours leading up to his arrest, Ray J reportedly engaged in a livestream that appeared to capture his emotional state. According to reports from TMZ, the footage shows Ray J expressing that he was having “the worst Thanksgiving,” suggesting that someone was trying to take his children from him. During the stream, he was seen picking up what appeared to be a handgun and allegedly made threats toward an unidentified individual.
The livestream also featured Princess Love, Ray J’s estranged wife, entering the room while holding their daughter. In the video, she can be heard accusing Ray J of pointing a gun at them. Ray J then countered by claiming that Princess and another family member had been drinking, which contributed to the escalating situation. The video abruptly ends as the confrontation intensifies, with additional voices heard off-camera.
Background on Ray J and Princess Love
Ray J and Princess Love were married in 2016 and share two children: Melody, aged 7, and Epik, aged 5. Their relationship has been marked by a series of on-and-off divorce filings, with the most recent filing occurring in February 2022.
This arrest is the latest chapter in a tumultuous period for Ray J, who has also been involved in a long-standing legal dispute with his ex-girlfriend, Kim Kardashian. The two have been engaged in dueling lawsuits over issues related to a sex tape that became infamous in 2007.
As further details of the incident emerge, the implications for Ray J’s personal life and custody arrangements remain to be seen. His arrest has drawn significant media attention, highlighting the complex dynamics involved in his ongoing family and legal issues.
