Lil Nas X Arrested and Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Bizarre Incident in Los Angeles
Rapper Lil Nas X has been charged with four felonies, including battery against a police officer, following an incident where he was found wandering nearly naked on the streets of Los Angeles. The altercation with LAPD officers led to his arrest after he reportedly charged at them. Lil Nas X has pleaded not guilty to the charges, which may carry significant prison time if convicted. His bail has been set at $75,000. In a troubling turn of events, he was also hospitalized following reports of a possible overdose prior to his arrest. Video footage has surfaced showing the musician in a vulnerable state shortly before the confrontation with police.
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