Aayush Pathak
American rapper Travis Scott was arrested early Friday morning, August 9, 2024, at the George V hotel in Paris after an altercation involving a security guard and his bodyguard. The incident occurred while Scott was in the French capital attending the Paris 2024 Olympics, where he was seen supporting the USA men’s basketball team during their semifinal match against Serbia.
Details of the Incident
According to French authorities, police were called to the luxury hotel following reports of an altercation. The Paris prosecutor’s office confirmed that Scott, whose real name is Jacques Bermon Webster II, was taken into custody for allegedly assaulting a security guard who intervened to separate him from his bodyguard. “I can confirm that on August 9, 2024, police officers were called to the George V hotel and arrested the rapper for assaulting a security guard,” a spokesperson for the prosecutor’s office stated.
The security guard reportedly stepped in to break up the fight between Scott and his bodyguard, leading to the arrest. The case has been referred to the 1st district of the judicial police for further investigation. Reports suggest that Scott was intoxicated at the time of the incident, which may have contributed to the altercation.
Recent Public Appearances
Before the incident, Scott had been enjoying his time in Paris, attending various events related to the Olympics. He was photographed at the basketball game alongside fellow rapper Quavo and entrepreneur Michael Rubin. The rapper’s presence at such a high-profile event drew attention, making the subsequent arrest even more shocking for fans and the media alike.
This incident marks another legal issue for Scott, who was previously arrested in Miami in June on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing. His attorney at the time described that arrest as a “misunderstanding,” emphasizing that there was no physical altercation involved.
Ongoing Legal Troubles
Travis Scott’s recent arrest adds to a series of legal challenges he has faced in the past year. Following the tragic events at the Astroworld festival in 2021, where ten people lost their lives due to a crowd surge, Scott has been embroiled in numerous lawsuits and public scrutiny. Although he has not been criminally charged in connection with the Astroworld incident, he remains involved in civil litigation related to the tragedy.
As of now, Scott has not publicly commented on his recent arrest, and his representative has not responded to requests for statements. The rapper’s legal troubles and public image continue to be a topic of discussion in the media, especially given his status as one of the leading figures in hip-hop.
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