Kanye West Won't Be Charged For Throwing Paparazzi's Phone: Report

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LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 28: Kanye West aka Ye is seen on October 28, 2022 in Los Angeles, California (Photo by MEGA/GC Images)
Ye confronted the paparazzi after they followed him to the facility where his daughter North West plays basketball.

We haven't heard much from Kanye West besides his paparazzi run-ins. On more than one occasion in recent months, West has confronted photogs who have continued to follow his every move. Many, if not all, are hoping to catch Ye traveling around with his rumored wife, Bianca Censori. The pair are said to have privately wed months ago, not long after West's divorce from Kim Kardashian was finalized. Neither the Rap icon nor his purported second wife has addressed the reports, but in his spats with the paparazzo, West has referred to Censori as his bride.

One of these arguments occurred in January when West was reportedly near where his daughter, North West, was playing basketball. The paparazzi were following West closely in their vehicles, and that didn't sit well with the devoted dad. A video of the confrontation made its way online, and it showed West stopping traffic in the middle of the street and speaking with the woman as she continued to film from her car. "Y'all not gon' run up on me like that," he said pointedly. He told her to stop filming, but she argued he was a celebrity. Then, the rapper grabbed her phone from her hand and tossed it.

Kanye West Avoids Charges

According to an update provided by TMZ, Kanye will avoid charges. The outlet stated that the Ventura County District Attorney's office did share a press release about the incident stating they wouldn't pursue legal action against West. The phone in question only "suffered minor damage," specifically the $30 case encompassing the device. Additionally, the woman involved told the authorities she didn't want to press charges.

In a separate incident, during a late-night stop, West and Censori were being followed by a different photographer. It was something that irked the music star, and he quickly approached the man in waiting. Once again, the paparazzo defended his actions, stating that he wasn't close to the couple and only wanted to take a few photos. West wasn't moved, replying that he nor Censori wanted to be filmed by strangers tailing them wherever they went.

What's Next, Ye?

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Kanye West leaving the Burberry S/S 2022 Catwalk Show during London Fashion Week September 2022 on September 26, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Neil Mockford/GC Images)

As the future of Yeezy hangs in the balance—or as Adidas tries to figure out how they will unload their product—people have been waiting for more news from Kanye West. It's rumored that Ye is laying low and plotting his next political move as campaigns for the 2024 Presidential Election quickly approaches. Yet, West can't get from under that scandalous Nazi propaganda run he had, but his supporters continue to stand by his side.

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Erika Marie
Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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