Deborah Elizabeth Sawyer, the mother of well known musician Doja Cat, has brought a civil complaint alleging that her son, Raman Dalithando Dlamini, assaulted her daughter. The filing, reported by a major outlet, seeks a protective order that would keep Dlamini away from Doja Cat and from Sawyer herself. The filing argues that Dlamini inflicted multiple injuries on his sister and engaged in violent and abusive conduct during their interactions. It also accuses him of stealing and damaging items belonging to the singer, adding a layer of property harm to the physical abuse claims.
The complaint describes a pattern of fear and danger surrounding Dlamini, including repeated threats and aggressive behavior. Sawyer contends that Doja Cat feels traumatized and unsafe as a result of these events, which allegedly culminated in a troubling confrontation in early January. The documents note that permits previously held in Dlamini’s name due to the family’s concerns about his behavior had expired, complicating any attempts at enforcement or oversight following the alleged incidents.
In the court’s response, a protective measure was issued to shield Sawyer from contact with Dlamini. However, the judge declined to issue an arrest warrant for Doja Cat, stating that she should file her own petition if she wishes to pursue legal protection. Doja Cat has not publicly commented on the family dispute, and her representatives have not provided additional statements regarding the case.
Context around the family’s public narrative has included other headline making statements about violent personal incidents in the music industry. In a separate past report, it was noted that a famous rapper underwent dental surgery to replace several teeth with titanium implants, illustrating how celebrity scandals can quickly intersect with health and personal privacy concerns. This broader media environment underscores the importance of careful, factual coverage and verification when dealing with allegations of violence and family disputes in the public eye. Attribution: Page Six and other coverage summarized for context.