Cuban reggaeton performer Leamsy "La Figura" has been apprehended in Miami, facing charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. This information was verified through official records from the Miami-Dade County correctional system, as reported by CiberCuba.
Arrested under the name Leamsy Izquierdo, born on June 28, 1991, the singer was detained at 1:59 PM this past Wednesday, July 2. He is currently held at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center (TGKCC), a pre-trial detention facility in Miami-Dade County.
The artist is charged with two offenses: aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, carrying a $5,000 bond, and simple battery, with an additional bond set at $1,000. As of now, he remains in custody, unable to post bail.
The initial report of his arrest surfaced through the Instagram account @un_martitodurako8_live_oficial, which highlighted the detention without providing specific details. Official records later corroborated the arrest.
Hailing from Ciego de Ávila and born in 1991, Leamsy ventured into the urban music scene in 2018, releasing tracks like "Dile a tu Jevito," "Se le ve," "Eterno," and "Ella quiere." Beyond his musical endeavors, he has also engaged in business activities.
In 2024, Leamsy made headlines once more following a confrontation with fellow reggaeton artist Abel Díaz Rodríguez, known as "El Chulo," during an incident in New York. This clash sparked a series of public accusations between the two musicians.
After the altercation, Leamsy turned himself in to New York authorities. "El Chulo" later shared details about the situation with the police, assuring that the case would soon be resolved. "In our altercation, it wasn't Leamsy who called the police," stated "El Chulo." According to him, the staff at the Element Hotel in New York, where the fight took place, filed the report.
Key Details on Leamsy's Arrest in Miami
What charges is Leamsy "La Figura" facing?
Leamsy is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, with a $5,000 bond, and simple battery, with an additional $1,000 bond.
Where is Leamsy currently detained?
He is currently held at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami-Dade County.
How did the arrest information first become public?
The arrest was initially reported by the Instagram account @un_martitodurako8_live_oficial before being confirmed by official records.