Four people were shot and wounded early on Saturday after a fight broke out outside a Los Angeles restaurant that was hosting a party after a Justin Bieber concert as part of Super Bowl week, police said.
The gunfire erupted outside The Nice Guy restaurant, striking and injuring four men aged 60, 22, 20 and 19, Los Angeles Police Department officer Lizeth Lomeli said. Their names were not released, but NBC News reported rapper Kodak Black was among the wounded.
Officers who responded to the scene found two victims. Paramedics took them to the hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, police said on Saturday afternoon.
Two additional victims went to hospitals on their own, according to the statement. All four victims were listed to be in stable condition.
Detectives asked witnesses to come forward to help them identify the gunman.
Videos posted on TMZ.com and on social media show Black posing for photos with a group of people outside the restaurant when the brawl broke out. Black is among several people involved in the brawl when shots rang out, sending everyone at the scene running for cover.
Law enforcement sources told NBC News that Black, whose legal name is Bill Kapri, was among the people shot and injured. A message to his publicist at Atlantic Records has received no response.
The party followed Bieber's private concert at the Pacific Design Centre in West Hollywood, California as part of a Super Bowl week party dubbed Homecoming Weekend. The guests at the star-studded event included Jeff Bezos, his girlfriend TV host Lauren Sanchez, Hamilton actor Anthony Ramos and NFL Hall-of-Famer Tony Gonzalez.
The Hollywood Reporter reports that Bieber and his wife Hailey Baldwin, Drake, Khloe Kardashian and Tobey Maguire were also among the celebrities seen entering the after-party.
See Justin Bieber's style evolution in 27 photos:
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Justin Bieber, in blue trainers and a grey shirt, attends 'The Dome 53' concert at the Velodrom on March 5, 2010, in Berlin. Getty Images -

Justin Bieber, in a black shirt and matching bow tie, attends the Viva Comet Awards at Koenig-Pilsener-Arena on May 21, 2010, in Oberhausen, Germany. Getty Images -

In a grey leather jacket, the singer attends a photo call at Urban Hotel on November 29, 2010, in Madrid. Getty Images -

In a waistcoat and bow tie, the singer attends the premiere of 'Justin Bieber: Never Say Never' at Cineworld 02 Arena on February 16, 2011, in London. Getty Images -

Wearing an aubergine cardigan, the singer attends the 'Justin Bieber: Never Say Never' premiere on February 17, 2011, in Paris. Getty Images for Paramount -

In a chequered shirt and black knit at the MTV Europe Music Awards at the Odyssey Arena on November 6, 2011, in Belfast. Getty Images -

Justin Bieber, in a classic tux, and Selena Gomez arrive for the 39th American Music Awards at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on November 20, 2011. EPA -

In MCM at the NRJ Music Awards at Palais des Festivals on January 28, 2012, in Cannes, France. Getty Images -

Justin Bieber, in red tailoring, and Usher attend the premiere of 'Justin Bieber's Believe' in Los Angeles, California, on December 18, 2013. Reuters -

Clad in Dolce & Gabbana for amfAR's 21st Cinema Against Aids Gala at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 22, 2014, in Cap d'Antibes, France. Getty Images -

Wearing Balmain at the Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 4, 2015, in New York. AFP -

In a chequered shirt for 102.7 Kiis FM's Wango Tango at StubHub Centre on May 9, 2015, in Los Angeles, California. Getty Images -

Justin Bieber, in Calvin Klein, attends a Calvin Klein Jeans event at the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong on June 11, 2015. Getty Images for Calvin Klein -

In Saint Laurent, for the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles, California, on August 30, 2015. Reuters -

In a knitted beanie and basketball shorts to visit Kiss FM Studios on October 23, 2015, in London. Getty Images -

In all-red leisurewear for the MTV EMAs at the Mediolanum Forum on October 25, 2015, in Milan, Italy. Getty Images for MTV -

Justin Bieber, in a vintage Budweiser Racing Jacket, attends the 17th NRJ Music Awards at Palais des Festivals on November 7, 2015, in Cannes, France. Getty Images -

In a vintage Nirvana T-shirt for the American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on November 22, 2015. EPA -

In Saint Laurent for the Saint Laurent fashion show at the Palladium in Los Angeles, on February 10, 2016. EPA -

Justin Bieber, in Saint Laurent, arrives for the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles, California, on February 15, 2016. EPA -

Tori Kelly, left, Justin Bieber, centre, in a Henley tee and beanie, and Sir Lucian Grainge attend a ceremony at the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood, California, on January 23, 2020. EPA-EFE -

Justin Bieber, in a checked overshirt, attends MTVs Fresh Out Live event on February 7, 2020 in New York City, US. Getty Images for MTV/AFP -

In a white tee and chunky chain for the premiere of 'Justin Bieber: Seasons' in Los Angeles, California, on January 27, 2020. Invision / AP -

In a Liberal Youth Ministry jersey to visit the Wonderbrett store on July 12, 2021, in Los Angeles, California. Getty Images / AFP -

Justin Bieber, in a furry coat, is seen on August 17, 2021, in Los Angeles, California. GC Images -

In a hoodie and oversized jacket onstage during the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards in Brooklyn on September 12, 2021. Getty Images -

Justin Bieber, in Maison Drew, arrives for the 2021 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021. AFP
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The bio
Favourite book: Peter Rabbit. I used to read it to my three children and still read it myself. If I am feeling down it brings back good memories.
Best thing about your job: Getting to help people. My mum always told me never to pass up an opportunity to do a good deed.
Best part of life in the UAE: The weather. The constant sunshine is amazing and there is always something to do, you have so many options when it comes to how to spend your day.
Favourite holiday destination: Malaysia. I went there for my honeymoon and ended up volunteering to teach local children for a few hours each day. It is such a special place and I plan to retire there one day.
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Wes Brown (Kerala Blasters) Revived his playing career last season to help out at Blackburn Rovers, where he was also a coach. Since then, the 23-cap England centre back, who is now 38, has been reunited with the former Manchester United assistant coach Meulensteen, after signing for Kerala.
Andre Bikey (Jamshedpur) The Cameroonian defender is onto the 17th club of a career has taken him to Spain, Portugal, Russia, the UK, Greece, and now India. He is still only 32, so there is plenty of time to add to that tally, too. Scored goals against Liverpool and Chelsea during his time with Reading in England.
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COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Xpanceo
Started: 2018
Founders: Roman Axelrod, Valentyn Volkov
Based: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Smart contact lenses, augmented/virtual reality
Funding: $40 million
Investor: Opportunity Venture (Asia)
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Explanatory Reporting
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Ten tax points to be aware of in 2026
1. Domestic VAT refund amendments: request your refund within five years
If a business does not apply for the refund on time, they lose their credit.
2. E-invoicing in the UAE
Businesses should continue preparing for the implementation of e-invoicing in the UAE, with 2026 a preparation and transition period ahead of phased mandatory adoption.
3. More tax audits
Tax authorities are increasingly using data already available across multiple filings to identify audit risks.
4. More beneficial VAT and excise tax penalty regime
Tax disputes are expected to become more frequent and more structured, with clearer administrative objection and appeal processes. The UAE has adopted a new penalty regime for VAT and excise disputes, which now mirrors the penalty regime for corporate tax.
5. Greater emphasis on statutory audit
There is a greater need for the accuracy of financial statements. The International Financial Reporting Standards standards need to be strictly adhered to and, as a result, the quality of the audits will need to increase.
6. Further transfer pricing enforcement
Transfer pricing enforcement, which refers to the practice of establishing prices for internal transactions between related entities, is expected to broaden in scope. The UAE will shortly open the possibility to negotiate advance pricing agreements, or essentially rulings for transfer pricing purposes.
7. Limited time periods for audits
Recent amendments also introduce a default five-year limitation period for tax audits and assessments, subject to specific statutory exceptions. While the standard audit and assessment period is five years, this may be extended to up to 15 years in cases involving fraud or tax evasion.
8. Pillar 2 implementation
Many multinational groups will begin to feel the practical effect of the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT), the UAE's implementation of the OECD’s global minimum tax under Pillar 2. While the rules apply for financial years starting on or after January 1, 2025, it is 2026 that marks the transition to an operational phase.
9. Reduced compliance obligations for imported goods and services
Businesses that apply the reverse-charge mechanism for VAT purposes in the UAE may benefit from reduced compliance obligations.
10. Substance and CbC reporting focus
Tax authorities are expected to continue strengthening the enforcement of economic substance and Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting frameworks. In the UAE, these regimes are increasingly being used as risk-assessment tools, providing tax authorities with a comprehensive view of multinational groups’ global footprints and enabling them to assess whether profits are aligned with real economic activity.
Contributed by Thomas Vanhee and Hend Rashwan, Aurifer


