New details emerge: Lil Tjay allegedly knocked out before Offset was shot outside a Florida casino. Unverified claims suggest a fan was arrested.
- April 20, 2026
AceShowbiz - New information has surfaced regarding the shooting of Offset outside a casino in Florida, amid claims involving Lil Tjay and a physical altercation. YouTuber Ceddy Nash alleged that during the confrontation near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, Lil Tjay was knocked unconscious.
In a video posted on April 7, 2026, Ceddy Nash explained that Lil Tjay and his group confronted Offset and his entourage. He stated, "Here's where things get interesting. Lil Tjay got knocked out." The altercation reportedly escalated, culminating in gunfire that left Offset injured.
According to Ceddy, the individual arrested at the scene was unrelated to either artist. He claimed, "The dude who got arrested was just a fan of Offset. So, Tjay got his a- knocked out by a fan." However, no official confirmation has been provided by authorities to verify this version of events.
Following the incident, police apprehended Lil Tjay, whose real name is Tione Merritt. He faces charges including disorderly conduct and driving without a valid license. His lawyer, Dawn M. Florio, strongly refuted rumors that Lil Tjay was involved in the shooting, stating, "Lil Tjay has not been shot, nor has Lil Tjay been charged with any shooting. Any reporting to the contrary is false."
Offset was transported to a local hospital and remains in stable condition, according to his representatives.