Lil Nas X Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Battery Charges in Los Angeles
Lil Nas X pleaded not guilty to felony battery charges in Los Angeles after being accused of assaulting police while naked. He was released on $75,000 bail.
Overview
Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles on felony battery charges, accused of attacking police while walking naked on Ventura Boulevard, leading to his hospitalization.
Police suspected a possible overdose, and he was subsequently booked for obstructing an officer and assaulting police in Studio City, with at least three officers injured.
During his arraignment in a Los Angeles court on August 25, Lil Nas X formally pleaded not guilty to all felony battery charges related to the alleged assault.
The charges against him include battery and resisting an executive officer, stemming from the incident where he allegedly assaulted multiple police officers.
Following his not guilty plea, Lil Nas X was released on $75,000 bail, and is now awaiting further legal proceedings in the ongoing case.
Analysis
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FAQ
Lil Nas X has been charged with four felonies: three counts of battery with injury on a police officer and one count of resisting an executive officer.
He was accused of walking naked on Ventura Boulevard in Los Angeles and allegedly charged at police officers, resulting in injuries to at least three officers and his hospitalization. Police also suspected a possible overdose.
Lil Nas X pleaded not guilty to all felony battery charges during his arraignment and was released on $75,000 bail, awaiting further legal proceedings.
Lil Nas X's next court date is set for September 15, 2025, in Van Nuys.
Yes, he addressed the incident on social media, describing the experience as "terrifying" and assuring fans that he will be alright.
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