Offset is involved in a civil lawsuit filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.
The lawsuit alleges that he assaulted a security guard during a confrontation earlier this year. The complaint, brought by a man named Sanchez, accuses the Migos co-founder of assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress related to an incident that reportedly took place in March.
According to the complaint, the dispute began when Sanchez asked Offset to provide identification, prompting what the plaintiff describes as a hostile reaction. The filing claims Offset “became aggressive, verbally confrontational, and struck the plaintiff in the face.”
Sanchez further alleges that several members of the rapper’s entourage joined the altercation, resulting in additional physical harm.
The plaintiff asserts that he suffered severe headaches and neck injuries that required emergency medical attention. Paramedics reportedly transported him from the scene to a local hospital, where he was treated for his injuries. The suit seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages.
Offset Sued By Security Guard
Representatives for Offset have publicly denied wrongdoing, characterizing the allegations as “baseless.” They claim the altercation began only after the security guard acted aggressively toward the rapper, rushed at him, and allegedly spat in his direction. Sources close to the artist told TMZ that Offset threw a single punch in self-defense before the security guard used mace on the rapper and his associates.
The case presents competing narratives of provocation and response, raising potential questions about the boundaries of self-defense under California law. Legal experts note that if the defense can show Offset acted to protect himself from an imminent threat, liability could be limited. Conversely, if the court determines the force used was excessive, the plaintiff could prevail.
Neither Offset nor Sanchez’s attorneys have issued further statements since the filing. Court records show no hearings have yet been scheduled.
The lawsuit adds to a series of recent disputes involving celebrity security incidents, highlighting the legal risks public figures face during confrontations in nightlife or event settings. The case remains under review as both parties prepare to present evidence, including surveillance footage and eyewitness accounts, that could clarify the events leading to the alleged altercation.
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