As it turns out despite the widespread outcry following Smith ‘s smack heard around the world — Chris Rock has opted not to press charges against the movie actor.
In a statement to CNN, the LAPD confirmed that Chris Rock declined to file a police report.
“LAPD investigative entities are aware of an incident between two individuals during the Academy Awards program,” the department told CNN in a statement. “The incident involved one individual slapping another. The individual involved has declined to file a police report. If the involved party desires a police report at a later date, LAPD will be available to complete an investigative report.”