Killer Mike Grammy Arrest Lawsuit: Rapper Sues Security Companies Over 2024 Incident
Killer Mike Grammy Arrest Lawsuit: Rapper Sues Security Companies Over 2024 Incident
Killer Mike Grammy Arrest Lawsuit Details
Killer Mike discusses Grammy arrest incident. Credit: TMZ.com
Killer Mike has initiated legal action over his controversial arrest at the 2024 Grammy Awards, targeting the private security services hired for the event. The lawsuit, exclusively obtained by TMZ, reveals the Grammy-winning rapper’s allegations against two security companies responsible for event security.
Key Lawsuit Points:
- Filed against S&S Labor Force Inc. and JRM Private Security
- Claims unlawful citizen’s arrest
- Alleges physical assault and battery
- Cites emotional distress and public humiliation
Grammy Night Incident Details
Scene from the 2024 Grammy Awards incident. Credit: TMZ.com
The Killer Mike Grammy arrest lawsuit details how the rapper was stopped by security while attempting to access the red carpet area, despite having won multiple awards and possessing proper credentials. The incident occurred in full view of onlookers, leading to what Mike describes as unnecessary public embarrassment and professional harm.
Legal Claims and Allegations
Killer Mike addresses media about lawsuit. Credit: TMZ.com
The lawsuit specifically targets the security companies’ alleged overreach of authority. Mike claims the companies granted their employees excessive power, resulting in his unlawful detention and subsequent arrest by police. The incident caused him to miss presenting a Grammy award to a massive television audience.
Legal Claims Include:
- Unlawful detention
- Physical assault and battery
- Emotional distress
- Professional damages
- Public humiliation
Aftermath and Legal Resolution
Following the Grammy night incident, Killer Mike was released from police custody after the award show. Notably, prosecutors declined to pursue criminal charges against him months later. The rapper is now seeking damages from the security companies for the unnecessary public embarrassment, distress, and professional harm caused by the incident.
Case Status:
- Criminal charges dropped by prosecutors
- Civil lawsuit pending against security firms
- Damages being sought for multiple claims
- Security companies have not yet responded