Killer Mike explains what caused his arrest at Grammy Awards

Killer Mike was having the night of his life when he was arrested during the 2024 Grammy Awards.

During the pre-ceremony, Killer Mike walked away with three Grammy awards. His album Michael took home Best Rap Album, while his song “SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS” won Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song.

The rapper was enjoying a career-high moment when he was taken into custody for misdemeanor battery. He allegedly shoved past a security officer in the rain. A citizen’s arrest then occurred, leading to his detainment.

“Likely he will be released once it’s sorted. ‘It’s a big nothing,’ source says,” journalist Chris Gardner reported. Killer Mike was detained for only an hour and is expected to appear before a judge on February 29, 2024.

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Killer Mike accepts awards at the 2024 Grammys

Killer Mike addresses his arrest during 2024 Grammys

Killer Mike addressed his Grammys arrest in a recent interview and said he believes he’ll be cleared of all charges.

“As you can imagine, there was a lot going, and there was some confusion around which door my team and I should enter,” he said. “We experienced an over-zealous security guard but my team and I have the utmost confidence that I will ultimately be cleared of all wrongdoing.”

“Until that time, keep listening to ‘Michael,’ and keep going after your dreams,” he added.

Following his release, Killer Mike took to social media to further reflect on his big Grammy night. “I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my wife, Shay,” he wrote. “You have held me down through thick and thin, and I couldn’t be prouder to be your husband and share this award with you.”

He went on to thank No Id for guiding “me through the process of pouring my soul onto the canvas,” Killer Mike said. “Your guidance, expertise, and grace have been instrumental in shaping this project [Michael], and for that, I am eternally grateful.”