American rapper Lil Nas X was arrested by Los Angeles police on Thursday after being discovered wandering the streets wearing only underwear and cowboy boots, authorities confirmed.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), officers responded to a distress call at approximately 5:30 a.m. on Ventura Boulevard following reports from eyewitnesses about a "half-naked man causing a scene." The individual was later identified as the 26-year-old "Old Town Road" hitmaker.
Police officials stated that the Grammy-winning artist allegedly "charged" at officers upon their arrival, resulting in his arrest on suspicion of battery. Following the arrest, the rapper was transported to a hospital for medical evaluation, with authorities suspecting a possible drug overdose.
Footage of the incident, which has since gone viral after being released by TMZ, shows Lil Nas X dancing erratically in the street while shouting at bystanders to "come to the party." The video has sparked widespread concern among fans about the artist's wellbeing.
This incident comes amid what has otherwise been a successful career for the artist, who rose to fame with his breakthrough hit "Old Town Road" and has since won multiple Grammy awards for his innovative approach to blending musical genres.
Representatives for Lil Nas X have not yet released an official statement regarding the arrest or the circumstances surrounding the incident.
This is not the first time the artist has made headlines for unexpected behavior, though this marks his first known encounter with law enforcement.
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