JoJo Simmons Arrested For Marijuana Possession– Sisters Speak Out
Reality stars Vanessa and Angela Simmons are speaking out about their younger brother Joseph “Jojo” Simmons’ recent arrest for running from the cops after allegedly buying marijuana in New York City.
The 19-year-old aspiring rapper — and star of MTV’s Run’s House — was caught allegedly purchasing marijuana and then rolling it into a joint on Manhattan’s Upper West Side last Friday, MTV News reports.
According to a spokesperson for the NYPD, Jojo was booked on a felony charge of attempted reckless endangerment, as he allegedly tried to ran his BMW into a police car. He has also been slammed with two misdemeanors for criminal use of drug paraphernalia and resisting arrest and a violation for marijuana possession.
“It was a really bad situation,” the sisters told ET’s Kevin Hart during Southern California’s annual Wango Tango Music Festival over the weekend. “But everyone learns on their own and, you know what, he’s human.”
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On June 21st 2009, s trevino wrote:
u know thats what happens when kids have to much money and dont know what to do with it .god bless ur fam
On June 22nd 2009, CRazyTeeN wrote:
I think what he did is very wrong and I aggree thats what happens kids have to much money and dont know wwhat to do with it. I think he should go to jail for a very long time . I like the Mtv show runs house and I am a big fan of all of them and the show wont be the same without him. I also think this should be addressed in the show because I am a young teen and I watch the show and so do other teens. So if it is addressed on the show it might stop another teen from makeing the mistake jojo did.
On June 22nd 2009, ashyash wrote:
WHAT HEDID WAS VERY STUPID AND IT SHOULD NOT BE JUSTIFIED BECAUSE HE IS RICH!!!!
On June 22nd 2009, CraZYKaY wrote:
I aggree that is what happens when kids have money and dont know what to do with it. I think this issue should be addressed on the show because I am a young teen and I watch the show and so do other teens and it might stop another teen from makeing the same foolish mistake jojo did.
On June 22nd 2009, Amanda wrote:
Who really cares? It’s just marijuana!!!
On June 22nd 2009, likeash wrote:
ashyash, it’s not justified because he was rich. Yes what he did was stupid. He got caught smoking weed but he’s a teenager and as well all know teenagers are hot heads. A lot of people mess up doesn’t mean they don’t deserve second chances. Has nothing to do with him being rich. It’s his first charge.
On June 22nd 2009, ShellW wrote:
I dont agree with the comment about kids having money. Jojo money dont have anything to do with what he did Teens where im from do alot worst like MURDER, ROBBERY, RAPE etc. Alot of teens do stupid things Im just glad that he didnt have more than what they caught him with.. I really hope he learn from his mistake while he have the chance….
On June 22nd 2009, fatima wrote:
pot???? come on. every child done it. because he is rich and on tv, he had to run. im poor. i know many
On June 22nd 2009, A Bit Harsh? wrote:
What he did wasn’t good, but come on! “I think he should go to jail for a very long time,”… it was weed! He didn’t rape, kill, or hurt anyone. I bet the better part of 20 year olds out there do or have smoked pot at one time or another and just never got caught. Lighten up and get off your high horses!
For some, this is just part of growing up.
On June 23rd 2009, Nick wrote:
I just have to say that many people make mistakes and who are y’all to make a comment on the way someones living. Before you try and talk about that one stupid choice we all know of. He is really smart. Rev doesn’t just give them money, they have to work for it. They are the only family that knows how to use there money. He got JoJo the car for good grade and finishing high school. This also proves a point that all y’all on here that are leaving comments about he should be locked up. It was a mistake and he is most deff smarter than you. Come on CrazyTeen, stop leaving comments and learn how to spell. Making is spelled making not makeing. It just makes you look stupid and you should go to jail for along time. Lol please it wasn’t like he shot someone. Dumbass
On June 23rd 2009, PEPE wrote:
OF COURSE HE IS RICH AND HE IS NOT GOING TO JAIL THIS IS NOT FAIR MY FAMILIE LIKE THE SOHW BUT THIS MISTAKE SHOUL COST JOJO JAIL TIME REV IS TIME TO TREAT YOU SON LIKE A MAN HE IS NOT A BABY HE SHOUL GO TO JAIL BUT HE IS RICH THIS IS A BIG DIFERENCE BETWEN THE RICH AND THE POOR THE POOR GOES TO JAIL THE RICH GOES BACK TO DADY BIG HOUSE
On June 23rd 2009, MD wrote:
Oh people shut the hell up seriously ….bit fucking woop he smoked a joint maybe you’ll should try the same thing prob make the world a better place.. Happens to people who have to much money ha your all a bunch of haters …pretty sure we all smoke a lil chron every now and then
On June 23rd 2009, Anthony wrote:
This has nothing to do with him having money, except enough to buy weed. He’s 19. I was 19 once. All of my friends were 19 at one time or another also. You know what we did at 19 (and years before and a few after)? We bought weed. And rolled it into a joint, or packed it into a bong or bat, or whatever we could get our hands on.
The only thing he did wrong was “tried to ran” his car (as this fantastic writer points out) into a police car. If he DID NOT do that, chances are we’d never have the pleasure of hearing about this or even caring about what a 19 year old does in his free time, because it happens all the time.
On June 23rd 2009, Comment on JoJo Simmons wrote:
I agree what JoJo did was stupid, but the comment “that is what happens when kids have to much money and don’t know what to do with it” is just ignorant. Many teens not in his financial status get caught for the same reason everyday so what is their excuse. JoJo may be embarrassed for what has happend and he can still correct his mistake. The sad issue is their are people still as ignorant to say things as I have read. No reason to bless them after wishing upon them more heartache. as with the lose of Victoria your family is strong Rev Run and this to you will all overcome… together.
On June 23rd 2009, danya-t wrote:
i think it was a stupid decision. but his fam backed him up extreamley well!
On June 23rd 2009, micheal23 wrote:
Wow who cares he’s fresh 4 doin that all his family acts 2 perfect. Nd who doesent smoke weed now a days wtf I bet yuh his brothers r gonna start somkin 2 nd its his life he does what he wants
On June 24th 2009, Sparkle wrote:
Im a big fan of Run’s House and Rev Run and Justine teaches their children good values n life….so its not about how ur raised…it was just a mistake tht he made and he learned from it…
On June 24th 2009, Ryan2223 wrote:
I Know Jojo Made A Mistake But You Know, Sometimes Isn’t Good To Make Mistakes Cause He’ll Know What Will Happen If He Does It Again And The Consequences Could Be Worst. Im Pretty Shore That Will be With Him For The Rest Of His Life And Before He Thinks About Doing Something Stupid He’ll Remember What Had Happen The Last Time.
On June 24th 2009, onyette cummings wrote:
we should not get rap up n nobody else problems,an take care of our own .if you live longe enough you know thats part of life you live and LEARN.black folks are our worst critic.my god bless
On July 4th 2009, G.H. wrote:
I’m a fan of the show and from what is portrayed on air this seems to be a very loving family with good values. Rev. Run and Justine are good parents who have done a good job raising good kids. A lot of people on here seem to think that good kids/people don’t make mistakes. The fact is that this could happen to anyone, no matter how much money they have. Young people make mistakes. That is part of growing up. Unfortunately JoJo is from a famous family and will have to deal with this mistake in the public arena. Hopefully he will learn from it and it will make him a better person for it.
And of those who say he should do jail time I sort of agree, but only if he actually rammed a cop car. If that is true, then if was beyond stupid. As for the weed society really needs to wake up. As long as you are not out there driving under the influence and not hurting anyone who cares. It is stupid drug laws which put people in prison for weed that have led to the dangerous state of our prison system. Throwing people in jail for minor offenses is a pathetic waste of our resources. Save our prisons for actual criminals who are killing, robbing and hurting society.
On July 4th 2009, Shawn wrote:
yo..like everyone who is leaving comments on here talking about him being rich and not knowing what to do with his money..if u really watch the show..he does..he has his own team signed to sneaker deals working for his uncle..he knows what to do..he has it under control, but at the same time hes human he makes mistakes just like everyone else so I don’t understand how being fortunate and blessed with a wealthy lifestyle has anything to do with what he did. Rich or poor people smoke weed sell weed get high everyday. it makes no sense i hate how people come on these sites to talk shit.well thats all for me.
On July 10th 2009, TIMmAY wrote:
EVERYBODY, dont blame it on him bein rich…He is a teen in the rap game…SHIT im a brokke ass white boy but i still get high everyda and would run from the cops.
On July 17th 2009, James wrote:
It was just weed u guys live way too sheltered if you think he should go to jail for a long time
On February 16th 2010, Society wrote:
its just some weed! its not as if he deserves to go to jail for having weed, maybe he deserves some punishment for trying to ram a cop car and resisting arrest, but come on. just cus he’s rich doesnt mean he should get off, but he will, and everyone knows it.
On July 21st 2010, CleanRecord wrote:
HA….wait until you little fuckers are grown and get busted in your car with some weed….it’s happened to me and guess what the cops let me off! JoJo should move to Cali or Washington where no one gives a shit anymore! What gives you the right, or the authority to judge him anyway? Go back to your fucked little life and worry about yourself because I’m sure that’s a far more worthy cause….
On August 22nd 2010, T-slash wrote:
Ey niggaz just hatin on the dude and family the guy smockd joint like wat te fuck i smoke dat xit like everyday, stop all dis shit and let da boy pay his fine
On November 14th 2010, hater wrote:
ur all just haters and bitches he smoked some bud leave him alone at least it aint crack hes just stupid for gettin caught
On January 2nd 2011, jay wrote:
who gives two shit weather he smokes it or not! idk why people make it such a big deal when it comes to celebreties, but when it comes to teens doing it on the streets they dont make a big deal about it, fuck the media nosie skumbags.
On January 3rd 2011, f u wrote:
yall are stupid its just weed nothin bigg at all smallest drug out there u dont even need money for it so just back off
On January 4th 2011, MilesMiley wrote:
Why do people care he smoked drugs? Because drugs are dangerous and there is some fans of Jojo out there who look up to him. That doesn’t mean just cause your not famous you can take drugs and nobody cares. Of course authorities care when people take drugs- especially teens. DRUGS ARE DANGEROUS AND WILL RUIN YOUR LIFE. and actually, not every teen smokes, some are unfortunate to mix with the wrong crowd, but not every teen smokes drugs. -miley.
On January 30th 2011, Scott Vice wrote:
New York is soon to legalise Marijauna and JoJo Simmons is just another victim of a Bull S#(^ Law that has turned millions of hard working americans into criminals. Puts the Fear And Prompts human Instinct to kick in ” RUN” Ya you got it. And why don’t this Guy have an assistant,That takes those walks for him. Protecting Him and His Familys Image is the most important thing to him at the time. And did the Kid really Rush the police car with intent to Ram it or hit it? ” Hell No!!! The kid was distracted not even smoked any thing yet. Just Fear caused this accident because of bogus law’s. Trying to dig into the Simmons Fortune Now. When’s it all gonna end? Answer::: Never…. Because no one cares, We all have our dirt but instead of joining together to change things we scatter and go into acting mode,posting sh*t Like ” I hope he bounces Back” Its a shame” He has to much money” It happened because.
NO ONE HAD HIS BACK…
On January 30th 2011, Scott Vice wrote:
The police saw a young Black man in a BMW and that was it didnt matter if he had a blunt in his ass they was going to bother him. The police have to much power people and they abuse it at every turn. Thats why i urge every one who knows any CROOKED COP’S To turn them Camera’s on and lets turn the tables on them see how they like their law. Send any and all Tapes to the New York
Internal Affairs Division. Also send a copy to local News about the crooked cop you caught. send me a copy id love to see it. Millions of people Charged with Bogus crimes every day and some crooked cop decides if you get to live your life free or in prison. Thats to much power, Every judge agrees with the police and State bogus Plea Agreements that people go along with just so some day they can be free. The 3rd Strike Law just a way to get rid of people,One way or another. What happens to those when laws are changed? Nothing they still ROT in prison or remain convicted felons. All The judecial system is is organised crime, They Rob You They take your freedom and if thry choose to they KILL you. Cop’s are just hired Thugs trained to treat every one like a Terrorist giveing them the rite to Violate peoples rites and freedoms. And its only getting worse…… But like i wrote time after time.
NO ONE CARES…
AND ALL IT TAKES IS ONE PERSON TO CHANGE THE WORLD……
boss@tm.net
On April 17th 2011, KaTeLyN wrote:
Jojo is a teenager nd un4tunatly jst lyk any teenager he maks mistakes……. bt he shuld learn 4rm his mistakes nd try nt to repeat them!!