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Rapper Says Naked LA Arrest ‘(Expletive) Terrifying,’ but Reveals ‘Your Girl Is Gonna Be OK’

Lil Nas X faces three battery charges and one count of resisting arrest after an incident involving police; he pleaded not guilty and was released on $75,000 bail with court conditions.

  • On Aug. 21, Grammy-winning rapper Lil Nas X was found roaming Ventura Boulevard in underwear and cowboy boots; he faces three counts of battery and one of resisting arrest, pleading not guilty Monday after posting $75,000 bail.
  • Police responded to calls from concerned bystanders about a naked man on Ventura Boulevard, and after he allegedly charged at officers, they took him to a hospital on suspicion of overdose before custody.
  • According to reporting and a criminal complaint, investigators allege Lil Nas X injured three Los Angeles police officers and punched one officer twice in the face during the arrest.
  • A judge ordered Lil Nas X to attend four Narcotics Anonymous meetings weekly under release conditions, and the LA District Attorney warns he could face up to five years if convicted, with a mid-September hearing scheduled.
  • On Aug. 26, Lil Nas X reassured fans on Instagram Stories with `Your girl is gonna be okay`, while Robert Stafford denied drug use and said his son is remorseful and seeking help.
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The Root broke the news in on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
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