Jamie Foxx is pursuing criminal charges after an alleged assault at a Beverly Hills restaurant left him with facial injuries during what should have been a celebratory evening. The Academy Award winner is fully cooperating with law enforcement and adamant about prosecution following the incident at Mr. Chow restaurant, where he was allegedly struck in the face with a drinking glass, according to TMZ. Sources with direct knowledge told the outlet Foxx’s motivation extends beyond personal justice – he’s determined to prevent similar incidents from happening to others.
Law enforcement has obtained surveillance footage from the upscale establishment and is particularly interested in speaking with Jackass performer Jasper Dolphin, who was reportedly present during the altercation. While Dolphin, recognized for his role in Jackass Forever and his association with the rap collective Odd Future alongside Tyler, The Creator, hasn’t been named a suspect or person of interest, TMZ reports that investigators consider his perspective crucial to understanding the evening’s events.
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The confrontation allegedly ignited after members of the Jackass production team executed an inappropriate prank, using a laser pointer to project an explicit image onto Foxx’s dining table. Sources say the actor, who was celebrating with family members including his daughters, became enraged by the juvenile display and approached the pranksters, demanding they halt their behavior.
The situation rapidly deteriorated, culminating in someone hurling a heavy drinking glass that struck Foxx in the face, resulting in a laceration to his mouth. The incident transformed what should have been a happy birthday celebration into a serious criminal investigation that has drawn significant attention from Beverly Hills law enforcement.
Beverly Hills authorities are methodically building their case, conducting extensive interviews with witnesses who were present at the high-end restaurant during the altercation. Despite having video evidence in their possession, law enforcement officials are maintaining discretion about its contents while the investigation remains active. The presence of multiple witnesses and potential surveillance angles could prove crucial in identifying the individual responsible for throwing the glass.
No arrests have been made at this time, and both Foxx’s legal representative and Dolphin have declined to comment on the developing situation. However, sources close to the investigation suggest authorities are taking the incident seriously, particularly given the celebrity status of those involved and the public nature of the venue.
Foxx, 57, shared his thoughts via Instagram on Sunday, Dec. 15, following the confrontation at the Beverly Hills restaurant the previous evening. Through a stark black-backgrounded Instagram post, Foxx declared, “The devil is busy…but I’m too blessed to be stressed.” The entertainer elaborated in his caption, writing, “The devil is a lie. Can’t win here… thank you to everybody that pray and check on me… when your light is shining bright… they try to bring you darkness… but they don’t know that you’re built for it… the lights have been shining bright…”
The performer also seized the moment to express gratitude for his recent success, adding, “and huge thank yous to everyone that have watched and been inspired by ‘What Had Happened Was’… number 1 on [Netflix] if you haven’t checked it out please go check it out it’s from my heart and my soul….”
As the investigation continues, what began as a birthday dinner has evolved into a complex legal matter, with the actor steadfast in his pursuit of accountability for the alleged assault. The case has drawn additional scrutiny due to the involvement of the Jackass production team, known for their controversial pranks and stunts.
