"I have the utmost respect for the laws of this country and would never deliberately commit an act that would jeopardize my freedom, my family, or my career. I've worked very hard to achieve my goals, and it's unfortunate that this current situation has garnered more attention than the many donations I've made and the charitable work I've done with various organizations.
I'm proud to be a citizen of America, where we are taught to believe that every person is afforded the presumption of innocence. That being said, I have full respect for the judicial system and its due process. I look forward to resolving this situation and moving forward to a positive and prosperous 2008. Best wishes to you and your families in the New Year. Thank you."
12-14-07: CLEVELAND (AP) — An Atlanta-based rap music performer who attempted to take a loaded gun onto a Delta Air Lines flight was charged with carrying a concealed weapon, police said.
Jasiel Robinson, 27, who performs as Yung Joc, was arrested about 6:20 a.m. Sunday at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport before boarding, police spokesman Lt. Thomas Stacho said.
Police found a semiautomatic handgun and ammunition in Robinson's carry-on bag, and he told them he did not know the weapon was there, Stacho said.
Robinson was attempting to go through a standard security checkpoint when he was stopped and questioned, then arrested without incident, said Fred Szabo, airport commissioner.
Robinson was freed Monday on $50,000 bond after he was formally charged with the felony. He is scheduled to be arraigned Wednesday.
"I have the utmost respect for the laws of this country and would never deliberately commit an act that would jeopardize my freedom, my family, or my career. I've worked very hard to achieve my goals, and it's unfortunate that this current situation has garnered more attention than the many donations I've made and the charitable work I've done with various organizations.
