Lil Nas X after arrest: assault and resistance to police!

Lil Nas X after arrest: assault and resistance to police!

The US rapper Lil Nas X, real name Montero Hill, is currently making headlines after his arrest in Los Angeles. As the Nordkurier reports, he was arrested in dramatic circumstances on Thursday after walking half-naked through the streets of Studio City, wearing only his underwear and white cowboy boots. Eyewitnesses reported confused and disoriented behavior, suggesting that he may have been using drugs.

On Monday, Lil Nas X finally had to answer in a courtroom and pleaded not guilty. The charge includes a total of four counts: three counts of assaulting police officers and resisting law enforcement officers. This information was also confirmed by the Stuttgarter Nachrichten, which mentions that he could face a prison sentence of up to one year if convicted.

The arrest and the subsequent trial

The singer's arrest came in the early hours of the morning when he was initially taken to hospital on suspicion of an overdose. After his release, he was taken to Valley Jail in Van Nuys, where he remained pending his bail decision. This was set at 75,000 dollars (around 65,000 euros), which is definitely considered a high sum. The case could prove detrimental to his career after Lil Nas

As reported, the incident was the latest in a series of health issues that have plagued Lil Nas X this year. In April 2025, he publicly announced that he was suffering from partial facial paralysis. In May, the aspiring artist had to cancel a scheduled appearance at the Outloud Pride Music Festival due to mental health issues. The festival confirmed that they are in close contact with his team and are looking after his health.

The issues of drugs and mental health

The current events also shed light on the challenges that many artists face with drug and addiction problems. Addiction data based on the Epidemiological Addiction Survey is reportedly alarming. In Germany, as can be seen on the Federal Drug Commissioner's data portal, painkillers, antidepressants and stimulants such as cocaine are particularly in focus when it comes to abuse and addiction.

Overall, it remains to be seen how the legal disputes will develop for Lil Nas X and what impact this could have on his life and future career. The public is excited to see the next steps for the star, who has gained a lot of attention in recent years both musically and through his openness about personal challenges.

For the latest developments and more information on this case, you can read the articles from Northern Courier as well as Stuttgart News track.