Baeza, also known as Anthony Ray Baeza, is a rapper, singer, producer, and songwriter from Fresno, California. He rose to fame with his singles “Far From Ready” and “Living It Up”, and his mixtapes “Dough and Dro” and “Right on Time”. He has also collaborated with artists such as Baby Bash, Clyde Carson, and Kap G. However, his musical career has been overshadowed by several legal troubles and controversies. Here is a summary of the arrest and charges that Baeza has faced in recent years.
Domestic Violence and False Imprisonment (2023)
In January 2023, Baeza was arrested and charged with domestic battering – third-degree and false imprisonment, according to Genius Celebs. The charges stemmed from an incident that occurred in December 2022, when Baeza allegedly assaulted his girlfriend and prevented her from leaving his apartment. The victim reported that Baeza punched her in the face, choked her, and threatened to kill her. She also claimed that he locked her in a closet and refused to let her go until she agreed to have sex with him.
Baeza denied the allegations and pleaded not guilty to the charges. He was released on a $10,000 bond and ordered to stay away from the victim. He also posted a video on his Instagram account, where he accused his girlfriend of lying and cheating on him. He said that he was innocent and that he would prove it in court.
Drug Possession (2022)
In June 2022, Baeza was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance (cocaine), a class A misdemeanor, and possession of a controlled substance, a third-degree felony, according to Net Worth and Salary. The arrest occurred after a traffic stop in Odessa, Texas, where Baeza was found with 1.5 grams of cocaine and 4.8 grams of methamphetamine in his vehicle. He was also driving with a suspended license and without insurance.
Baeza was booked into the Ector County Detention Center and later released on a $25,000 bond. He faced up to 10 years in prison if convicted of the felony charge.
Aggravated Assault (2019)
In October 2019, Baeza was found guilty on four counts of aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon and a second-degree felony, according to oaoa. The conviction was based on an incident that occurred in July 2018, when Baeza fired several shots at a group of people outside a nightclub in Odessa. He claimed that he acted in self-defense after someone threw a bottle at his car. However, the prosecution argued that he acted recklessly and endangered the lives of innocent bystanders.
Baeza was sentenced to 10 years of probation and ordered to pay $10,000 in restitution to the victims. He was also required to perform 400 hours of community service and undergo drug testing and counseling.
Conclusion
Baeza is a rapper who has achieved some success in the music industry, but has also faced several legal issues and controversies. He has been arrested and charged with various crimes, such as domestic violence, false imprisonment, drug possession, and aggravated assault. He has maintained his innocence and defended himself against the accusations. However, he has also faced serious consequences for his actions, such as fines, probation, restitution, and possible jail time. He is currently awaiting trial for his latest charges of domestic battering and false imprisonment.
