Rapper Kayne West is currently under investigation for allegedly attacking a photographer who had been taunting him.
The incident occurred Friday afternoon when West was trying to avoid the paparazzi while waiting outside LAX airport. Although the rapper had asked the photographers not to ask him any questions, they ignored his request.
After a photographer had asked the new father, “What’s going on, man? … You’re a cool guy. … Why can’t we talk to you?” West walked away from his car and advanced towards the photographer. The photog replied, “Kanye, c’mon. I don’t want to fight with you,” leading West to believe the photographer was attempting to get in him trouble. When the photographer showed no sign of letting him pass, West attempted to grab the camera, resulting in an altercation between the two.
During the altercation, the photographer fell and hurt his hip, causing paramedics and law enforcement to arrive on the scene, but allowing Kayne with enough time to leave.
Following the incident, the Los Angeles Police Department has issued a statement confirming an investigation of the alleged assault:
“The LAFD was notified, responded to the location and transported the victim to a local hospital for medical attention. A police report was taken by the Los Angeles Police Department and the investigation is ongoing.”
According to police, Kanye could face felony attempted robbery charges. This is not West’s first run-in with the media.
