Key Points

Lil Nas X has spoken out about what he called a "terrifying" arrest in Los Angeles. The rapper was taken into custody after being found walking in his underwear and allegedly charging at police officers. He faces serious charges including battery on police officers but has pleaded not guilty. Both his lawyer and father have characterized the incident as out of character for the normally composed artist.

Key Points: Lil Nas X Calls LA Arrest Terrifying After Underwear Incident

  • Lil Nas X arrested in LA while walking in only his underwear
  • Charged with three counts of battery on police officers
  • His lawyer calls the incident an "absolute aberration"
  • Father says rapper is remorseful and will get help
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Lil Nas X speaks up after his 'terrifying' arrest

Rapper Lil Nas X breaks silence on "terrifying" LA arrest for walking in underwear and allegedly charging police. He pleads not guilty to battery charges.

"That was f****** terrifying. That was terrifying. - Lil Nas X"

Los Angeles, Aug 27

American rapper Lil Nas X has broken his silence on his recent arrest, and called it "terrifying". He was arrested last week after being found walking around in only his underwear in Los Angeles shortly before the morning.

He has now addressed his fans following the incident. In a story posted on his Instagram account, Lil Nas X said: "Your girl is gonna be OK, y'all. That was f****** terrifying. That was terrifying. That was a terrifying last four days but your girl's gonna be alright”, reports ‘Female First UK’.

Authorities claim that the 26-year-old star charged at police after being confronted, leading to his arrest, and he was charged on August 8, 2025 with three counts of battery with injury on a police officer and one felony count of resisting an executive officer.

Lil Nas X, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, pleaded not guilty in a court appearance. Los Angeles county's district attorney Nathan J Hochman said in a statement relating to the case, "Attacking police officers is more than just a crime against those individuals but a direct threat to public safety”.

As per ‘Female First UK’, however, Lil Nas X's lawyer Christy O'Connor said the incident is an "absolute aberration" for the rapper.

The legal representative said, "Assuming the allegations here are true, this is an absolute aberration in this person's life”. The star's father Robert Stafford described his son as "very remorseful" following the incident and insists that he will get the help he needs following the erratic behaviour.

Robert said, "He’s going to get the help that he needs and just keep him in your prayers. Give him the same grace and mercy that God gives everyone”.

Robert added that his son is in "good spirits", as he shared, "He’s doing great mentally”. He said about how they have had an emotional conversation, "We shed tears, we shed laughter, but he’s in great spirits. He’s gonna be great”.

Lil Nas X rose to fame with the release of ‘Old Town Road’, which topped the US Billboard charts for a record-breaking 19 weeks in 2019.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Mental health issues can affect anyone, even successful artists. Glad his family is supporting him through this. Hope he recovers well and comes back stronger 💪
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Ananya R
Old Town Road was such a bop! It's sad to see talented artists going through difficult phases. Hope this is just a temporary setback for him 🎵
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Vikram M
American celebrities have such different lifestyles. In India, this would be front page news for weeks! But attacking police officers is serious anywhere in the world.
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Sarah B
His father's statement shows good family support. In our culture too, family plays crucial role during difficult times. Wishing him recovery and better days ahead.
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Karthik V
Fame and success at young age can be overwhelming. Maybe he needs a break from the spotlight. Hope he finds peace and proper guidance.

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