Rapper Killer Mike, real name Michael Render, was arrested at the Grammy Awards ceremony on Sunday. The incident occurred shortly after he won three of the four rap categories during the pre-show segment of the event. While details of the arrest remain unclear, video footage shared on social media showed Killer Mike being escorted out of the Crypto.com Arena in handcuffs.
According to reports, Killer Mike won the Grammy Awards for Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance for “Scientists & Engineers,” and Best Rap Album for “Michael.” Despite his success at the awards, he was taken into custody by law enforcement. Chris Gardner of The Hollywood Reporter shared updates on the situation, indicating that the arrest may be related to a misdemeanor charge unrelated to the Grammy ceremony.
Although an official statement from the Los Angeles Police Department is pending, sources suggest that Killer Mike may be released once the situation is resolved. The arrest occurred shortly after Killer Mike spoke to the media backstage about his Grammy wins, expressing his gratitude for the recognition after more than two decades in the music industry.
While the circumstances surrounding Killer Mike’s arrest remain unclear, fans and supporters have expressed their concern and solidarity, urging for his release and emphasizing the importance of continuing to strive for success despite obstacles.
