Grammy Award-winning rapper Lil Nas X was hospitalized and arrested on Thursday after a bizarre encounter on Ventura Boulevard in Los Angeles. Police confirmed the 25-year-old performer was seen walking down the street in his underwear and cowboy boots.
Ventura Boulevard, where Lil Nas X was arrested early Thursday morning
Police Respond to Early Morning Reports
Los Angeles Police officers responded to multiple calls in Studio City
Police said they got several calls to the building of the Los Angeles Police Department around 5:30 a.m., reporting a barefoot and half-naked man walking in Studio City. Patrol officers responded to the 11000 block of Ventura Boulevard and encountered the man, Montero Lamar Hill, alias Lil Nas X.
The rapper allegedly rushed at officers when they attempted to move closer to him, according to the LAPD. He was overpowered, apprehended, and subsequently transported to a local hospital. Officials have described his status as a possible overdose, although they have been unable to identify the cause.
Altercation With Officers
Police officers told NBC News that Hill punched one of the officers in the face twice during the encounter. Police deemed the incident an arrest for suspected battery. He was arrested before being taken for medical treatment.
Officers said it was not known whether the rapper was intoxicated or in a state of mental distress. Booking information for Hill could not be obtained immediately through Los Angeles County’s database.
Video Footage Released
He even placed an orange traffic cone on his head at one point. On another clip, he waved at a passing car and told the driver to “come to the party.” He also said, mouthed, “Didn’t I tell you to hang up the phone?”
Witness Reactions in Studio City
Residents in the Studio City area called the police and reported the bizarre spectacle as alarming. Some of the callers told authorities that a nearly naked male was in the middle of the road and engaging with oncoming cars.
The people who witnessed the clip later shared the video extensively on social media. Some described his moves as looking like a fashion parade, as Nas paused to pose before continuing down the street.
Rapper’s Career and Public Profile
Rapper Lil Nas X, known for “Old Town Road,” was hospitalized following the incident
Born Montero Lamar Hill, Lil Nas X exploded onto the global scene in 2019 with the hit “Old Town Road.” The song broke Billboard records with a 17-week run at number one and collected two Grammy Awards.
The artist has a history of experimentation in music and visuals. His “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” video was provocative but cemented his status as one of the most outspoken performers of his era.
Plans for Next Album
Before the attack, the rapper had been promoting his second studio album, Dreamboy, which will be released later this year. He teased new music on Instagram, where he regularly shares updates to his millions of followers.
His representatives have not commented yet regarding Thursday’s arrest and hospitalization. Media outlets like the BBC and NBC News confirmed they’ve reached out to them for a comment.
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Final Thoughts
Lil Nas X remains under hospital observation after he was detained in Los Angeles following a morning street fight. Police have verified that the investigation continues, and no additional information about charges or his health has been released.
