- Chris Brown was arrested in Manchester for allegedly assaulting music producer Abe Diaw with a bottle two years ago.
- The incident happened during Brown’s performance at Tape nightclub in London in February 2023.
- Abe Diaw has filed a $16 million civil lawsuit against Brown, while he remains in police custody.
Chris Brown has faced serious legal troubles after being arrested in Manchester early this morning. The 36-year-old R&B singer is suspected of causing grievous bodily harm to music producer Abe Diaw over an alleged attack that occurred two years ago.
The Metropolitan Police detained Brown at The Lowry Hotel shortly after 2 a.m. today, just hours after he arrived in the city for a series of upcoming concerts. This arrest comes amid ongoing legal issues, with a civil lawsuit from Diaw seeking $16 million in damages for the alleged attack.
Details of the Allegation
According to reports by The Sun, the incident took place on February 19, 2023, at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, Central London. Diaw alleges that during Brown’s UK tour, the artist attacked him without provocation. He claims that Brown struck him over the head with a bottle, and then proceeded to punch and kick him while he was on the ground.
Police confirmed that Brown now remains in custody while investigations continue. A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police stated, “A 36-year-old man was arrested at a hotel in Manchester shortly after 02:00hrs on Thursday, 15 May on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. He has been taken into custody where he remains.”
Legal Consequences and Response
In light of this incident, Diaw has taken the legal route, filing a substantial lawsuit against Brown for the alleged injuries and damages sustained during the attack. This situation adds another layer to Brown’s already complicated legal history.
Both Brown’s representatives and the Metropolitan Police have been contacted for further comments regarding the situation. As of now, it is unclear how these developments will affect his ongoing tour and future performances.
As Chris Brown faces these serious allegations, fans and observers are left to wonder how the legal proceedings will unfold in the coming weeks.
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