Travis Scott Arrested in Paris for Altercation with Security Guard

Travis Scott was arrested in Paris on Monday after an altercation with a security guard at a nightclub, authorities confirmed to PEOPLE.

The Incident

The incident occurred at the L’Arc nightclub in the French capital, where the rapper was performing a concert as part of his tour.

According to the Associated Press, police said the rapper was detained on suspicion of “violence against a public official,” and that the security guard filed a complaint for injuries.

The Arrest

Scott, whose real name is Jacques Webster, was taken into custody along with two other people who were also involved in the incident, according to the AP.

The rapper was released from custody on Tuesday, and his lawyer, Michel Khaznadar, told the AP that the rapper “has nothing to do with the case” and that the security guard “is lying.”

The Aftermath

Scott, 25, was in Paris as part of his tour for his latest album, ASTROWORLD, which was released in August. He has not commented on the incident on social media.

The rapper has been on tour since November, and has performed in cities across the United States and Europe. His next scheduled show is on July 5 in Germany.

Travis Scott‘s Career

Scott has been a prominent figure in the music industry since the release of his debut album Rodeo in 2015. He has collaborated with artists such as Kanye West, Drake, and The Weeknd, and has been nominated for several Grammy Awards.

Scott has also been in the headlines for his relationship with Kylie Jenner, with whom he has a daughter, Stormi Webster. The couple has been together since 2017 and has been featured on the cover of Rolling Stone together.

Conclusion

Travis Scott was arrested in Paris on Monday for an altercation with a security guard at a nightclub. The rapper was released from custody on Tuesday and his lawyer claims that the security guard is lying. Scott has not commented on the incident on social media and is scheduled to continue his tour in Germany on July 5.