Rap artist Killer Mike was arrested Sunday and escorted out of the 2024 Grammy Awards event. Earlier in the evening, he won three trophies at the pre-show Premiere Ceremony, including accolades for Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song, and Best Rap Album.
The Los Angeles Police Department referenced the event with an X post, noting how 48-year-old Michael Render was detained and handcuffed Sunday afternoon in connection with a physical altercation. He was later placed under arrest and charged with misdemeanor battery and is “in the process of being released.”
The Hollywood Reporter also posted a video on X showing Render, who uses the stage name Killer Mike, being escorted away from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, where the Grammys were taking place. The rap artist was led away in handcuffs. A person can be heard shouting, “Free Mike!” as police escort the rapper from the…
