Killer Mike has said he “will be cleared of all wrongdoing” following being arrested and escorted by police out of the Grammy Awards 2024 following an altercation at the awards show.
The Run The Jewels rapper, who won Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song for his song ‘Scientists & Engineers’, plus Best Rap Album for ‘Michael’ on the Sunday night (February 4), was taken away in handcuffs after the ceremony ended.
The Los Angeles police department said he had been taken into custody in relation to a physical altercation inside the event venue on Sunday, according to BBC News.
Killer Mike, real name Michael Render, was booked on a misdemeanour battery charge, police added.
Now, he has issued a statement via Pitchfork following his arrest.
Read Killer Mike’s full statement below:
I first want to extend my appreciation to the Grammy’s Committee for recognizing me and my team for the work that went into Michael. We are incredibly proud and are basking in this moment. I am also grateful that one of my prayers has been answered – the day after my Grammy win – I learned that my son, who has been on the list for a kidney for years, finally has a match. Obviously, we are elated.
I do want to note that last night, my team and I fielded a number of calls from concerned fans and colleagues wanting to know if I was OK. I greatly appreciate the concern and support, but I am better than OK. As you can imagine, there was a lot going and there was some confusion around which door my team and I should enter. We experienced an over-zealous security guard but my team and I have the upmost confidence that I will ultimately be cleared of all wrongdoing. Until that time, keep listening to Michael, and keep going after your dreams.
