Lisa Hyper receiving treatment, court date set for February 25

Dancehall artiste Lisa Hyper, given name Felicia Gooden is scheduled to appear in the Corporate Area Parish Court on February 25 to answer to a charge of assault. But, the artiste is currently undergoing treatment at The University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) and might not be able to appear in court in person.

Her sister, Tasha Gooden, explained that there are provisions in the law in case of that eventuality.

"An officer informed us that Lisa's father can appear on her behalf with a copy of the medical report from UHWI. If the court requires any additional information, they can request it from the hospital," Gooden said.

In a 2023 interview with THE STAR, Lisa Hyper revealed that she was diagnosed with psychosis and bipolar disorder. In recent weeks, she has faced ongoing struggles, with several disturbing episodes unfolding on social media.

She was arrested earlier this week at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston and charged with assault. Preliminary reports state that the entertainer allegedly assaulted an employee inside the airport during an argument. She reportedly used abusive language, cursing police officers and airport staff. She was taken into police custody. The Nuh Like People singer was live on her social media account when the incident took place.

Lisa Hyper is known as the 'First Lady of Gaza', and a former member of Vybz Kartel's Portmore Empire. She is known for songs such as Amazing, Money Don't Sleep, Sculpture and Nuh Frighten. Last December, she was of the several artistes who performed at the Vybz Kartel Freedom Street concert in Kingston.

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