Rapper Travis Scott Arrested in Paris After Alleged Assault on Hotel Security

American rapper Travis Scott was arrested in Paris on August 9, 2024, following an altercation with his bodyguard at the luxurious George V hotel. The incident occurred early in the morning, prompting police to intervene and arrest Scott.

According to the Paris prosecutor’s office, Scott, whose real name is Jacques Bermon Webster II, was taken into custody for “violence against a security guard.” The security guard had attempted to break up a fight between Scott and his bodyguard, leading to the rapper’s arrest.

Scott, 33, was in Paris to attend the men’s Olympic basketball semifinal, where the U.S. team triumphed over Serbia with a four-point victory. The rapper was pictured in the crowd at the event, which took place just hours before his arrest.

This is not the first time Scott has been in trouble with the law. In June 2024, he was arrested in Miami on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing on a property after a warning. He was later released on bond.

The Paris incident comes just months after the tragic events at Scott’s Astroworld festival in Houston, Texas, in 2021. Ten people died during his performance, and hundreds were injured in a crowd crush. Scott has since stated that he was unaware of what was happening in the crowd during the show and only learned about the incident after his performance.

As of now, Scott is still in custody, and the Paris public prosecutor’s office has referred the case to the 1st district of the judicial police. A representative for the musician told The Independent that they are in direct communication with the local Parisian authorities to resolve the matter swiftly.

The arrest of Travis Scott in Paris has once again put the spotlight on the rapper’s behavior and raises questions about his future in the music industry. As fans and critics alike await further updates on the case, it remains to be seen how this latest incident will impact Scott’s career and public image.