Monica Reacts To Ice Spice’s McDonald’s Incident, Shares Self-Defense Advice

Monica Reacts To Ice Spice’s McDonald’s Incident, Shares Self-Defense Advice

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Monica is offering professional and personal self-defense advice to her followers following a viral physical altercation involving rapper Ice Spice. During a recent livestream, the R&B veteran reflected on the importance of spatial awareness and personal protection after surveillance footage captured an attack on the rapper at a Hollywood McDonald’s last week. The incident occurred while she was dining with a companion at the fast-food establishment.

Security footage showed an unidentified woman approaching the rapper’s table and questioning her about her origins before the confrontation turned violent. The assailant reportedly reached over the table to strike the artist, leading to a physical struggle that eventually moved outside of the restaurant.

Singer/songwriter/actress Monica performs during The Great Xscape Tour at Smoothie King Center on December 28, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NEW ORLEANS, LA – DECEMBER 28: Singer/songwriter/actress Monica performs during The Great Xscape Tour at Smoothie King Center on December 28, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images)

Monica, known for her candid personality and upbringing in Atlanta, shared that her environment required her to learn how to protect herself from a young age. While the singer emphasized that she does not advocate for violence, she insisted that women must be prepared to defend their physical space. Monica noted that growing up, she “had no choice but to have hands.” She expressed, “Never allow someone to walk up on you or stand over you during an argument,” advising her fans to remain vigilant of their surroundings and to recognize the tactical disadvantage of someone standing over them while they are seated.

The singer’s comments come as many on social media debated the security protocols surrounding high-profile celebrities in public spaces. The woman involved in the scuffle later took to social media to claim the incident began because the rapper was “mean” to her.

However, legal representatives for the rapper have dismissed these claims and confirmed that the Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the matter. The artist’s attorney stated that they intend to seek justice through both criminal and civil legal channels. “We will be pursuing any and all avenues to hold the perpetrators responsible for their actions,” the statement read. The LAPD has not yet announced any formal charges or arrests in connection with the incident.