Explosive Report: Canadian Rapper & Drake Affiliate Top 5 Ax

Canadian drill rapper Top 5—a known affiliate of Drake—set the internet ablaze earlier this June by publicly cutting off his ankle monitor during a livestream. Initially sparking outrage and viral memes, police later confirmed that the monitor was not court-mandated. In this post, we explore the backstory, the fallout, and what it all means for Top 5’s future.

The Moment That Shocked the Web

On June 4, fans watching the Canadian rapper’s livestream witnessed a jaw-dropping moment: he used scissors to cut through what appeared to be an ankle monitor strapped to his leg. The video clip, shared widely on social media by accounts like @scubaryan_, garnered more than 300,000 views and 1,600 likes in mere hours, triggering widespread debate on its legality and intent

Viewers flooded comment sections with reactions. Some foresaw legal peril:

“His probation officer watching this”
“top 5 a real demon but why he doin incriminating shi for streams”

Police Weigh In: It Was Never Mandatory

In the days following the incident, Toronto authorities clarified the situation. Detective Sergeant Tiffany Castell confirmed at a press briefing that Top 5 was not legally required to wear an ankle monitor at the time. Her statement crushed the assumption that he was flouting court orders:

“With regards to the ankle bracelet, Mr. Ali was well within his rights to not be wearing that ankle bracelet… he wasn’t on any conditions to wear it.”

This raises the question: Was the stunt a bold marketing gambit?

Top 5’s Persona Over Public Duty

Police and fans alike suspect the Canadian rapper’s livestream moment was pure theatrical flair, reinforcing his “gangsta” persona. By flaunting the image of defiance, he likely aimed to amplify his image—and views. As Castell noted, he was merely shaping his “persona” .

In fact, a social media journalist noted that viewers mocked the stunt as “clout-chasing” gone wrong. One Instagram commenter on DJ Akademiks’s repost remarked:

“He wasn’t required to have that bracelet on. So basically he cut it off to get more views and likes.” A bold statement indeed—but one that also reflects the calculated world of social media stunts and image management in modern rap.

Legal Context: Not His First Encounter

Top 5, born Hassan Ali, has previously faced serious legal battles:

January 25, 2025: Toronto police executed a search warrant at his Markham residence, leading to charges of restricted firearm possession and careless storage.
October 2021: Ali was arrested in connection to a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 20-year-old student. He spent three years in custody before charges were stayed in September 2024. His team’s defense criticized the legal system for misusing rap lyrics as evidence.

The 2025 charges resulted in bail. By mid-February, a video clip—coincidentally dated Valentine’s Day—showed him back in circulation, tagging Drake in his Instagram story alongside an homage to Drake’s $ome $exy $ongs 4 U.

The Internet Reacts

Social media buzz surrounding the livestream was explosive:

Fans erupted with shocked disbelief over the move’s bravado and recklessness.
Legal experts pointed out the self-incrimination, though ironically it had no actual legal consequences, thanks to the police clarification.
Additional drama unfolded locally. Some Reddit users reported that the livestream coincided with a shooting involving six to seven people, including one fatality, near Lawrence Heights—seemingly linked to Top 5’s neighborhood. One comment noted:

“This stream got 6/7 people shot in his neighborhood when he was coming home from Wonderland about an hour ago. One is dead so far.”

However, direct connections between him and the incident remain unconfirmed.

What This Means for The Canadian Rapper

Reputation-wise: The ankle monitor stunt may have amplified his street credibility among fans who equate rebellion with authenticity. Cutting it off on camera broadcast a message: “I do what I want.”

Legally: Castle confirmed the move had no legal string attached. Since it was voluntary, there’s no breach of probation or court order . But public perception could still pressure authorities to closely observe his future actions.

Strategically: Amid online criticism and controversy, Top 5 isn’t fading into obscurity. He’s using the incident to stay top-of-mind in rap circles and media outlets—ironically just as his legal troubles seem to be behind him.

Bottom Line

Top 5’s livestreamed cut-off of his ankle monitor was less about defying the court system and more about cultivating an unapologetic, rebellious image. With police clarifying the device was optional, the act becomes symbolic—a performative rebellion serving his brand. Whether fans view this as bold content strategy or misguided self-sabotage depends on perspective.

As for legal repercussions? Not this time. But one misstep away from further charges, and image-chasers like Top 5 may find that real-life consequences aren’t as stage-managed as livestreams.

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