Gunplay, whose real name is Richard Morales Jr., has been taken into custody in Miami on Sunday, August 20th. The rapper is facing a series of charges, including assault with a deadly weapon, false imprisonment, and child abuse.
The incident revolves around an alleged occurrence where Gunplay pointed a rifle at his wife while she was holding their six-month-old baby. This shocking development has drawn significant attention, with reporter Andy Slater providing insights into the situation.
According to a search in the Miami-Dade County inmate database, Gunplay has been apprehended under serious accusations. Law enforcement sources indicate that he allegedly pointed a rifle at his wife, who was carrying their infant child after she requested him to lower the volume while playing Xbox. The charges leveled against Gunplay include assault with a deadly weapon, false imprisonment, and child abuse. His bail has been set at $20,000, further complicating the situation.
JUST IN: Rapper ‘Gunplay’ was arrested in Miami. He’s accused of pointing a rifle at his wife while she was holding their 6-month-old baby, law-enforcement sources tell me.
— Andy Slater (@AndySlater) August 20, 2023
This allegedly happened after his wife told him to quiet down while playing Xbox.
Gunplay denies it all.
Reporter Andy Slater confirmed the arrest through a tweet, shedding light on the allegations against Gunplay. The rapper has denied the accusations, asserting his innocence in the matter. Despite his denial, the seriousness of the allegations and the evidence collected by the authorities have led to the legal proceedings moving forward.
Gunplay’s wife, Vonshae Taylor-Morales, has taken to social media to address the incident and provide insights into the unfolding situation. She confirmed that she and her daughter are safe and that she has obtained a restraining order against Gunplay. Taylor-Morales has also revealed her intention to file for divorce. The incident, as explained by Taylor-Morales, began as a dispute over Gunplay’s loud gaming session while their baby was sleeping.
In her social media statement, Taylor-Morales expressed her gratitude for the support and well-wishes from those following the situation. She emphasized the priority of her daughter’s safety and revealed the challenges in Gunplay’s struggles with substance abuse. Despite her efforts to assist him, she believes he must confront his demons independently.
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