Rick Ross’ ex-girlfriend Jazzma Kendrick has become a central figure in coverage surrounding the rapper’s October 2026 arrest, after publicly accusing him of physical abuse and later being identified in reports as the former partner connected to the allegations. The situation has brought renewed attention to their relationship, which had been publicly documented for more than a year.
The legal case is still developing, and allegations described in police documents remain allegations rather than proven facts. Ross has denied wrongdoing and pleaded not guilty.
Who Is Jazzma Kendrick?
Jazzma Kendrick is a model and social media personality who has been linked romantically with Rick Ross since 2025. She has maintained a public presence through modeling, lifestyle content and social media posts, although much of her personal life has remained outside the spotlight.
Kendrick and Ross were first publicly linked in August 2025. Their relationship was described in reports as being on and off, with the pair separating before eventually reconnecting.
Their romance attracted attention partly because Ross is one of the most recognizable names in hip-hop, while Kendrick already had her own career and online following.
Their Relationship
Ross and Kendrick’s relationship continued into 2026, with the couple appearing together publicly after reportedly reconciling.
One of their most visible appearances came at the 2026 BET Awards in June, where they were seen together on the red carpet. Their appearance suggested that the relationship was active again despite reports of earlier difficulties.
According to reporting surrounding the arrest, the pair had also been living together at Ross’ Star Island home in Miami Beach.
That public chapter of their relationship later changed dramatically as allegations emerged online and a police investigation followed.
Kendrick’s Allegations
In September 2026, Kendrick made allegations against Ross through Instagram Stories.
She shared photographs showing an injury to her lip and claimed that Ross had physically assaulted her. In one post, she described the experience as the moment she decided to leave the relationship and urged women experiencing abuse to take their safety seriously.
Her posts quickly drew attention because they appeared only days before Ross’ arrest.
Kendrick described Ross as treating her like a “punching bag” and encouraged other women to leave relationships involving physical violence.
The social media posts did not, by themselves, establish the facts of the later criminal case, but they became part of the wider public discussion surrounding the allegations.
The Police Case
According to the arrest affidavit, a woman told police that an alleged confrontation occurred on August 28, 2026, at Ross’ Star Island residence.
The woman reportedly told investigators that an argument began after Ross became upset about an Instagram photo. She alleged that he struck her and later restricted her breathing by twisting the collar of her hoodie.
She also alleged that he grabbed her hair, pushed or slammed her against a wall and struck her face, resulting in a bloodied lip.
Investigators reportedly received photographs of the injuries as part of the investigation. The affidavit identified the alleged victim by initials rather than publishing her full name.
An important detail is that the affidavit itself reportedly did not publicly identify the woman as Jazzma Kendrick by name. The connection has been widely discussed because of the timing of Kendrick’s public allegations, but that distinction remains important while the case is pending.
Ross Was Arrested
Rick Ross surrendered to Miami Beach police on October 1, 2026.
The rapper, whose legal name is William Leonard Roberts II, was booked on two charges: felony battery by strangulation and misdemeanor battery, with both charges involving domestic violence allegations.
Ross was released after posting bond. Reports put the combined bond at $6,000, consisting of separate amounts for the two charges.
His next major court date is scheduled for October 22, 2026, when the case is expected to move forward through the formal criminal process.
Ross Denies The Claims
Ross has strongly denied the allegations.
After his release, he told reporters that he was innocent and described the allegations as fabricated. His legal team has also disputed the accusations and argued that the circumstances surrounding the police report should be considered during the case.
His attorney has stated that Ross pleaded not guilty and asked the public not to prejudge the situation while the legal process continues.
That means the accusations involving Kendrick and the allegations described by police remain contested in court.
Where They Stand Now
Kendrick and Ross are no longer publicly presenting themselves as a couple. Their relationship, which included public appearances as recently as the 2026 BET Awards, has now become connected to an ongoing criminal case.
The focus is expected to shift toward the court proceedings, evidence and statements from both sides as the October 22 arraignment approaches.
For Kendrick, the September social media posts placed her allegations directly in the public eye. For Ross, the arrest has created a legal situation that he and his attorneys are contesting.
For now, there has been no final court determination establishing the allegations against Ross as fact. The criminal case will determine how the accusations are handled through the justice system.
The story could receive further attention as additional court records, legal filings and statements become available.