Lil Tjay’s Lawyer Denies His Involvement In Offset Shooting After Arrest At Same Florida Casino (MUGSHOT)

While Offset was transferred to a hospital from Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Monday, local police took Lil TJay into custody. Now, his lawyer is speaking out about his arrest and rumors that he might be involving with the shooting. A rep for Offset says he’s being monitored as he recovers from non-life-threatening injuries.

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Lil TJay’s Lawyer Speaks Out Amid His Arrest

An arrest record from the Broward County Sheriff’s Office shows TJay, legal name Tione Jayden Merritt, was arrested by Seminole police on April 6. His charges are described as “disorderly conduct” and “operating a vehicle without a valid license.” Records show a bond amount of $500 for the conduct charge and $2,500 for the traffic violation. There is no mention of Offset’s shooting or of any gun-related incidents in the online records. Seminole police reportedly detained a second unnamed person at the Hollywood, Florida, casino, but they have not been charged.

In a statement reported by NBC 6, Lil TJay’s lawyer, Dawn M. Florio, denied her client has any involvement in Offset’s shooting. Additionally, she referenced to any suggestion of that as “baseless rumors.”

“We are issuing this release in regards to false rumors that Lil Tjay was involved in a shooting which occurred at the Valet Area of the Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood which resulting in non-life-threatening injuries to Offset, formerly a member of Migos. Lil Tjay has not been shot, nor has Lil Tjay been charged with any shooting. Any reporting contrary is false,” the statement read. “We encourage people to consult trusted news sources and verify the accuracy of any reporting, before reflexively sharing or repeating baseless rumors.”

What Happened To Offset?

As previously reported, Offset was shot was by an unnamed person in the valet area of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. Police reportedly arrived shortly after  and detained two people, while medics transported Set to a nearby hospital. The incident reportedly occured at about 7 p.m. His rep said late Monday that the rapper was okay and under medical supervision. Seminole police are still investigating and despite rumors on social media, the agency has not revealed cause of shooting or the suspect. Quavo drew reactions after sharing a message on IG Stories following the news.

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