A Los Angeles jury has cleared rapper Cardi B of assault allegations in a civil trial involving a $24 million lawsuit. The case was brought by Emani Ellis, a former security guard who claimed that Cardi B assaulted her in 2018.

Ellis alleged that during the incident, Cardi B, whose real name is Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, cut her cheek with a long fingernail and spat on her. She stated that the attack resulted in lasting physical and emotional injuries, requiring plastic surgery and leading to her losing her job due to the unwanted attention from Cardi B's celebrity status.

Cardi B, who was pregnant at the time, testified that Ellis had been following her and filming her with a phone, which made her feel uncomfortable. The rapper argued that she was simply trying to maintain her privacy during her first pregnancy with Offset.

After deliberation, the jury sided with Cardi B, finding her not liable for the claims made by Ellis. The verdict means that Cardi B will not have to pay any damages in this case.

This ruling concludes a high-profile legal battle that has drawn significant media attention. The case highlights the complexities of celebrity encounters with the public and the legal ramifications that can arise from such interactions.

This is a developing story, and further updates may follow.