Rapper Travis Scott was arrested in Miami, Florida, on Thursday, June 20. The Goosebumps hitmaker, whose legal name is Jacques Bermon Webster II, was booked into Miami-Dade County Jail at 4:35 am. The 33-year-old artist is now facing charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing on a property after a warning, according to jail records, per CNN.
Scott’s arrest took place at the Miami Beach Marina at 1:44 am. Authorities revealed that he was on a charter boat and involved in a disturbance with the crew. When officers were called to the marina, they asked Scott to leave. Initially, he complied, but he soon returned, leading to another dispute with the crew. Scott refused to leave when asked by authorities a second time, resulting in his arrest. Jail records show that a $650 bond was submitted for him.
Details of the Incident
According to NBC Miami, authorities described the situation as escalating when Scott began yelling obscenities at the occupants of the vessel while walking backwards from the boat to the boardwalk. His behavior was described as erratic, disturbing the peace of the marina occupants and nearby residential buildings. This public disturbance contributed to the charges against him.
Following his arrest, Scott admitted to drinking alcohol, stating, “It’s Miami.” Despite the incident, the Butterfly Effect rapper appeared unfazed, tweeting “lol” on X, formerly known as Twitter, in response to his arrest. This tweet sparked a range of reactions from fans on social media.
Fan Reactions and Social Media Buzz
Shortly after the news of Scott’s arrest broke, fans took to social media to share their reactions. One fan replied to his X tweet with “Free Travis Scott,” while others joked about the situation, with one quipping, “new album name: arrested.” The incident has generated significant buzz online, highlighting the rapper’s controversial and unpredictable behavior.
Travis Scott’s arrest in Miami adds to his history of legal troubles and public controversies. As a prominent figure in the music industry, his actions continue to attract widespread attention. Fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how this latest incident unfolds and what impact it may have on his career moving forward.