American rapper Travis Scott was taken into custody early Friday morning after an altercation with his bodyguard at a luxury hotel in Paris, authorities reported.
The incident occurred at the George V hotel around 5 a.m. local time (11 p.m. ET on Thursday), prompting a police response. According to a police spokesperson, Scott was arrested on charges of “violence against another person.”
Scott, who was in the city to attend the Olympic Games, had watched the United States men’s basketball team secure a semi-final victory over Serbia the previous day.
The Paris prosecutor's office later confirmed that Scott was arrested for “violence against a security guard.” The confrontation reportedly began when the security guard attempted to intervene in a dispute between Scott and his bodyguard, leading to the rapper's arrest. An investigation into the incident is currently underway.
A representative for Scott issued a statement, saying, "We are in direct communication with local Parisian authorities to resolve this matter swiftly and will provide updates when appropriate."
Scott, whose real name is Jacques Bermon Webster, had recently concluded the European leg of his Circus Maximus tour, with his last performance taking place in Lisbon, Portugal. The tour has included performances across major venues in North America and Europe, including a notable show at Tottenham Hotspur’s stadium in London.
The Grammy-nominated artist, known for his high-energy performances, has previously had legal troubles. In June, he was arrested in Miami for trespassing and disorderly intoxication. He is also widely known for the tragic 2021 Astroworld Festival incident, which resulted in the deaths of 10 attendees. While Scott was cleared of criminal charges related to the tragedy, he continues to face numerous civil lawsuits from the victims' families.
