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Lil Nas X expressed he is recovering from a challenging period following his arrest for alleged assault on police officers while reportedly walking naked. He posted on social media assuring fans he's okay and is facing several felony charges, with a potential prison sentence looming if convicted.
Lil Nas X has said he's okay after a terrifying last four days following his arrest in Los Angeles.
The Grammy winner, known for his country-rap hit Old Town Road, was arrested on Thursday after police officers said he assaulted them after they found him walking the streets naked. He was taken to hospital for treatment for a possible overdose.
On Monday, the 26-year-old rapper pleaded not guilty to injuring a police officer and resisting arrest. He was later released after paying a $75,000 (£56,000) bail.
Posting on Instagram on Tuesday, he assured fans: Your girl is gonna be OK, y'all. He added: That was terrifying, that was a terrifying last four days.
The performer, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, is facing three felony counts of battery with injury to a police officer and one felony count of resisting arrest. If convicted, he could face up to five years in prison, according to the Los Angeles District Attorney.
Police in LA said he charged at them when they responded to a call about a nude man on a busy main road. They said they believed he was using drugs at the time, and he must now attend an outpatient drug rehabilitation programme.
The star's attorney Christy O'Connor said there was no evidence of drug use, however. This is just an aberrant episode in an otherwise productive life, she added, according to the Reuters news agency.
His father, Robert Stafford, told reporters outside court that his son was very remorseful for what happened and confirmed that he will seek help.
Lil Nas X rose to fame in 2018 with his debut single Old Town Road, which became the longest-running number one song in US chart history. Known for his powerful advocacy within the LGBTQ+ community, he has pushed boundaries in the music industry with his progressive themes and vibrant online persona.
