US rapper Travis Scott, whose real name is Jacques Bermon Webster, was arrested in Miami Beach on Thursday for trespassing and disorderly intoxication. According to police records, the incident occurred around 1:00 am at the Miami Beach Marina.
Police were called to the marina following reports of a fight on a yacht. They instructed the 33-year-old rapper to leave the premises, which he initially did. However, Scott returned soon after, causing further disturbances and upsetting the marina occupants.
Details of the Arrest
The arrest report indicates that Travis Scott admitted to drinking, citing “it’s Miami” as his reason. He was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center at 4:35 am on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing. The bond was set at $650, with $150 for the intoxication charge and $500 for the trespassing charge, according to the New York Post’s Page Six.
Police Account
According to local news outlet WSVN, Scott was on a charter boat when the vessel’s owner contacted police, requesting that he leave. A police spokesperson confirmed that Scott was intoxicated, causing a disturbance, and ignored multiple requests to leave.
Legal Proceedings and Defense
Following his arrest, Scott’s legal representative, Bradford Cohen, stated that the incident was a misunderstanding and that there was no physical altercation involved. Cohen thanked the authorities for resolving the matter swiftly.
Travis Scott’s Career and Background
Travis Scott is a prominent figure in hip-hop, with ten Grammy nominations to his name. He shares two children with Kylie Jenner, his former partner. Scott’s European tour is set to begin in the Netherlands on June 28, with shows in London and Manchester in July.
In 2021, Scott faced significant backlash after ten fans died in a crowd surge at his Astroworld festival in Houston, Texas. Although he did not face criminal charges, he remains involved in civil cases related to the incident. Despite this, Scott achieved his first UK number one album with “Utopia” last year, though a planned performance in front of Egypt’s pyramids was canceled.
The arrest of Travis Scott in Miami highlights ongoing issues and challenges faced by the rapper. As he prepares for his European tour, the incident serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding his public persona and career.