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Rapper Killer Mike Speaks Out About Being Arrested Right After Winning Three Grammys

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The Grammy-winning rapper released a statement about his arrest after he was accused of 'knocking down' a security guard at the ceremony.

Killer Mike made headlines Sunday night, but it wasn't only because of his three huge Grammy wins.

The rapper was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery just after his big night for allegedly "knocking down" a security guard at the ceremony.


You can watch the footage of his arrest below.

WARNING: NSFW language

On Monday, Killer Mike, whose real name is Michael Render, addressed the incident.

In a statement to ET, he first expressed his joy over the success of his album Michael:

"I first want to extend my appreciation to the Grammy’s Committee for recognizing me and my team for the work that went into 'Michael.'"
"We are incredibly proud and are basking in this moment."

The rapper took home the awards for Best Rap Album, Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song.

He continued with even greater news.

"I am also grateful that one of my prayers has been answered — the day after my Grammy win — I learned that my son, who has been on the list for a kidney for years, finally has a match. Obviously, we are elated."

Killer Mike then addressed Sunday night's arrest.

"I do want to note that last night, my team and I fielded a number of calls from concerned fans and colleagues wanting to know if I was OK. I greatly appreciate the concern and support, but I am better than OK."
"As you can imagine, there was a lot going and there was some confusion around which door my team and I should enter. We experienced an over-zealous security guard but my team and I have the upmost confidence that I will ultimately be cleared of all wrongdoing."

The statement finished:

"Until that time, keep listening to 'Michael', and keep going after your dreams."

Earlier in the day, the rapper told V-103’s Big Tigger Morning Talk Show that he "hit a speed bump" before partying the rest of the night.

Some conspiracy theorists on social media believed the arrest was politically charged as the rapper refused to endorse President Joe Biden while appearing on Real Time With Bill Maher just two days prior.



Several also expressed he was treated unjustly.




And a few even wondered if the arrest was legit.



A different source for Killer Mike also released a similar statement to ET saying:

"We are grateful for the love and support Killer Mike has received. He worked incredibly hard on 'Michael,' and his Grammy win was well-deserved."
"We hit a speed bump in that Mike was detained and charged with a misdemeanor after collecting his awards."
"On the way into the venue, there was considerable confusion around where to go. He encountered an over-zealous security guard and continued moving towards his destination."

The statement finished:

"The situation has been overblown but we are confident that the facts of the case, when laid bare, will show that Mike did not commit the alleged offense and he will be exonerated."

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