The renowned Cuban reggaeton artist El Chulo, whose real name is Abel Díaz Rodríguez, recently shared a photograph on his Instagram stories from a New York City police station. In the image, he is seen sitting on a bench inside the station, accompanied by a farewell message to his followers: "See you soon, whatever it takes for respect."
The singer, a prominent figure in Cuban urban music, became embroiled in controversy following an altercation with fellow Cuban reggaeton artist Leamsy Izquierdo Molina, known in the music industry as Leamsy "La Figura". The incident took place over the past weekend in New York City, sparking a significant stir among the fans of both public figures.
In a statement posted on his social media, El Chulo informed his followers that he has been accused of assault and decided to turn himself in to the authorities. "To my fans, I want to apologize; I feel like I let you down as an artist, but as my mother says, always do whatever it takes for respect," the reggaeton star expressed, showing his regret over the situation.
"I want to express my deepest gratitude to all my fans. Your unconditional support and selfless love have been my driving force and inspiration. Every word of encouragement, every gesture of affection, has left an indelible mark on my heart. TOMORROW I SURRENDER to the authorities of New York City 'Precinct 14' due to an assault accusation. Only God knows what might happen," El Chulo added in his Instagram post.
Now, El Chulo's words have become a reality as the reggaeton artist is in the custody of New York City authorities to respond to the incident. The development of this case will be closely followed by his fans and the urban music community.
FAQs about El Chulo's Legal Situation
Here are some frequently asked questions about the recent legal issues involving El Chulo and the impact on his career.
Why did El Chulo turn himself in to the New York City authorities?
El Chulo turned himself in following an accusation of assault linked to an altercation with fellow reggaeton artist Leamsy "La Figura".
What was El Chulo's message to his fans?
El Chulo apologized to his fans for letting them down and expressed his gratitude for their unwavering support. He also mentioned that he was surrendering to the authorities out of respect.
Who is Leamsy "La Figura"?
Leamsy "La Figura" is a fellow Cuban reggaeton artist who was involved in the altercation with El Chulo, leading to the latter's legal troubles.