Fetty Wap arrested: US rapper 'punches three hotel employees' in Las Vegas
Rapper's arrest comes just a week after he performed at the MTV VMAs
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Rapper Fetty Wap has been arrested after allegedly assaulting three employees at a hotel.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, police said the 28-year-old, whose real name is Willie Maxwell, was arrested on Sunday 1 September on three counts of battery.
Local media reports that he hit a hotel valet after getting into an argument.
According to Press Association, police originally said he hit a hotel employee but later said the incident involved battery on three people.
TMZ’s report identifies the location of the alleged incident as the Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
Fetty Wap was previously arrested in November 2017 and charged with DUI after being caught drag-racing another car on a highway in New York.
He performed live at the MTV Video Music Awards last week, where he joined in a “New Jersey medley” that also included performances by Queen Latifah, Redman and Wyclef Jean.
The Independent has contacted Fetty Wap’s representative for comment.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments