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OJ da Juiceman Released From Jail as Gun-Pointing Case Moves Forward

His release shifts attention to a disputed driver identification that could shape the felony case.

Overview

  • The Atlanta rapper, released early Saturday after weeks in custody, now faces an active prosecution.
  • Police say he pointed a handgun at a Georgia State Patrol trooper during a highway incident, leading to two felony counts and several misdemeanors.
  • Prosecutors charged aggravated assault on a public safety officer and firearm possession during a felony, plus a weapons-pointing misdemeanor and traffic offenses.
  • A sworn affidavit from a woman who says she rented the car states he was not driving at the time, making the identity of the driver the key question.
  • His team says he suffered a diabetes-related medical episode in jail but is stable with proper insulin now, and his manager says new music and live shows are coming soon.