Lil Tjay Arrested For Gun Possession: Report

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 23: Lil TJay performs during Rolling Loud at Citi Field on September 23, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images)
Videos of the rappers arrest have surfaced as bystanders filmed him being escorted by police.

He spent months preparing himself for a new season of his career, but today (January 16), Lil Tjay has been arrested. Last summer, his fans sent him well wishes and prayers after he was attacked in New Jersey. He suffered several injuries after reportedly being shot seven times during a botched robbery.

Following a lengthy recovery, Tjay has returned to entertaining his fans from one stage to the next. He's even shown off the scars from the bullet wounds. His supporters have anticipated the next phase of his career, but he had a minor setback. TMZ reports that while the rapper was in the Bronx, he was detained by police.

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 29: Lil Tjay performs onstage during Powerhouse NYC on October 29, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for iHeartRadio)
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This is a developing story, so information is scarce. However, the outlet also stated that Tjay was arrested in connection with an "alleged weapons violation."

Law enforcement reportedly stated they initiated contact with the rapper during a traffic stop. It was noted that Tjay was on his way to film a music video with Bronx native Ice Spice.

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After stopping the rapper, police reportedly found a firearm in his vehicle. It is unclear why they searched the vehicle in the first place.

Videos of the arrest have popped up on social media after bystanders recorded the incident. In one clip, the rapper is escorted to a police vehicle as the person recording asks if he is okay.

Check out clips above and below.

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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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