Kodak Black Faces $10.6 Million Lawsuit Over 2022 Super Bowl After-Party Shooting Incident
Hip-hop artist Kodak Black is facing a $10.6 million lawsuit stemming from a 2022 shooting incident outside a high-profile Super Bowl after-party in Los Angeles, where he himself was among those injured. Two men—identified in court documents as Amir Muhammad and Terrell Wilson—have filed a civil suit alleging that Kodak Black, whose real name is Bill Kapri, played a contributing role in the violence that led to them being shot and suffering serious injuries.
The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court this week, claims negligence, assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The plaintiffs allege that Kodak Black instigated the altercation, acted recklessly, and failed to exercise reasonable care during a chaotic scene that erupted outside a West Hollywood restaurant shortly after a star-studded Super Bowl LVI after-party on February 12, 2022.
The Incident
The shooting occurred just outside of Nice Guy, a popular celebrity haunt in West Hollywood, which was hosting an after-party following the Super Bowl held at SoFi Stadium. The event drew an A-list crowd, including NFL players, actors, and several music artists. Kodak Black was seen mingling with other rappers, including Gunna and Lil Baby, before violence erupted on the street.
Surveillance footage and bystander videos that surfaced shortly after the incident showed a group of men in a verbal altercation that escalated into a physical fight. As punches were thrown, gunfire rang out, causing panic as crowds dispersed and sought cover. In total, four people were shot, including Kodak Black, who suffered a gunshot wound to the leg.
While early media reports framed Kodak as an innocent bystander and possible target, the new lawsuit challenges that narrative, asserting that the rapper’s own actions contributed to the escalation.
Lawsuit Allegations
According to the plaintiffs, Kodak Black was not merely an innocent party caught in the crossfire, but someone who willingly engaged in the street brawl. The complaint states that Kodak’s presence at the center of the melee, combined with his known associations and prior behavior, created a dangerous environment that led to their injuries.
“Mr. Kapri, by instigating or failing to de-escalate a volatile situation, created the conditions in which firearms were discharged,” reads the lawsuit. “As a result, the plaintiffs suffered serious bodily harm, mental anguish, and incurred significant medical expenses and loss of income.”
Muhammad and Wilson are seeking a total of $10.6 million in damages: $5 million each for pain and suffering, and an additional $600,000 to cover medical bills and lost wages.
Kodak Black’s Legal Team Responds
In response to the suit, Kodak Black’s legal team has issued a statement denying any wrongdoing on his part and vowing to fight the case in court.
“Kodak Black was a victim during this incident, not an instigator,” said Bradford Cohen, Kodak’s attorney. “He was shot himself while trying to leave the venue and was in no way responsible for the criminal actions of others. Any attempt to lay blame at his feet is not only legally baseless, but morally wrong.”
Cohen also suggested that the lawsuit is financially motivated. “This is clearly a money grab targeting a high-profile individual who was also harmed in this senseless act of violence.”
A Pattern of Legal Troubles
This lawsuit adds to a long history of legal challenges for the 27-year-old rapper, who has faced multiple arrests and periods of incarceration over the years. In 2019, Kodak was sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for falsifying documents to buy firearms. He was later granted clemency by former President Donald Trump in January 2021, shortly before the end of his term.
Since his release, Kodak has oscillated between attempts at rehabilitation and recurring brushes with the law, including drug charges and probation violations. He’s also had a string of musical successes, continuing to release chart-topping tracks and collaborating with other major hip-hop artists.
Broader Implications
The lawsuit also raises broader concerns about violence in hip-hop culture and the safety of high-profile celebrity events. The 2022 Super Bowl weekend saw several incidents of gun violence across Los Angeles, prompting renewed conversations about how artists, promoters, and venues can ensure public safety.
While the case against Kodak Black is still in its early stages, it could potentially impact not only his public image but also his financial standing and future touring prospects.
What Comes Next
Kodak Black is expected to respond formally to the complaint within the next few weeks. His team has not ruled out a countersuit or additional legal action, depending on how the case develops.
As the plaintiffs seek justice for injuries they say have altered the course of their lives, the incident underscores the unpredictable consequences that can arise from fame, nightlife, and escalating tensions in an often-volatile entertainment industry.
Whether Kodak Black ultimately bears legal responsibility for what happened that night will be determined in court. But the lawsuit ensures that the aftermath of the 2022 Super Bowl shooting will linger for much longer than the headlines that first followed it.
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