A$AP Bari, the co-founder of A$AP Mob and VLONE streetwear brand, found himself in the spotlight for an altercation rather than his fashion ventures. On August 1, a video emerged online showing Bari engaged in a scuffle at a basketball court in his hometown, Harlem, New York City.
A$AP Bari, a prominent figure in the streetwear and hip-hop community, was caught in a confrontation at a basketball court in Harlem. The video footage captures him exchanging punches with a man who allegedly stole his chain years ago. The altercation escalated when other individuals joined in, resulting in a chaotic scene. Bari later addressed the incident on his Instagram Stories, revealing the backstory behind the fight and emphasizing his resilience.
In the video, A$AP Bari can be seen engaging in a physical confrontation with a man wearing a white T-shirt and red shorts. As onlookers watched, the situation intensified when another individual attacked Bari from behind, followed by additional assailants jumping in. Bari eventually found himself cornered, but a woman and a man intervened, putting an end to the altercation.
After the incident, A$AP Bari took to his Instagram Stories to provide some context. According to him, the altercation arose from his confrontation with the man who allegedly stole his chain two years earlier. Bari stated that he knocked the thief out, leading to the current retaliation from the assailant’s acquaintances.
Despite the altercation, Bari displayed a confident and defiant attitude, emphasizing his authenticity as a Harlem native. He dismissed the incident as another instance of people expressing animosity towards him and maintained his dedication to his craft and success.
