Controversial Arrest: Chris Brown Accused of Grievous Bodily Harm in London Nightclub Incident
Singer Chris Brown taken into custody at a hotel during late hours
In a dramatic turn of events, well-known US rapper Chris Brown found himself in handcuffs in the early hours of May 15 at Manchester's luxurious Lowry Hotel. British police, purportedly alerted by a local newspaper, have charged the 36-year-old superstar with causing serious bodily harm - allegations that are far from new for the controversial artist.
According to the Sun, Chris Brown jet-setted into Manchester the previous day, flying privately. When the newspaper became aware of his presence within the UK, they promptly notified the authorities. Allegedly, the police then made their way to the renowned hotel. As stated by the police, "On May 15, a 36-year-old man was arrested at a hotel in Manchester on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. He remains in custody, and the arrest is in connection with an incident at an event at Hanover Square on February 19, 2023."
The Nightclub Brawl: A Recap of the London Altercation
The alleged incident took place at the trendy nightclub Tape in London's prestigious Mayfair district back in February 2023. Music producer Abe Diaw claims that Chris Brown, reportedly unprovoked, launched a brutal attack on him at 3 AM. Diaw asserts that Brown struck him multiple times on the head with a bottle and proceeded to kick him mercilessly while he lay on the ground. Diaw required hospitalization and was bedridden for an extended period following his release, relying on crutches to aid his mobility.
Impact on the UK Tour and Brown's Criminal Past
The arrest may have far-reaching consequences for Brown's current world tour, jeopardizing ten planned concert dates within the UK. The double Grammy winner has been preparing to celebrate his 20-year career with this tour.
Chris Brown has quite a history with the law, with his most notable incident involving his guilty plea for assaulting then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009. As a result, Brown was sentenced to five years’ probation, community service, and ordered to attend an anti-aggression program.
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- The incident in Manchester took place in May 2025, not in 2023 as initially stated in the article.
- Chris Brown cannot be named officially as a suspect until charges have been filed by the authorities.
- Diaw has filed a lawsuit against Chris Brown, seeking over £12 million ($16 million) in damages.
- Hours before his arrest, Chris Brown posted a message on Instagram voicing his support for Tory Lanez, who is currently serving time in prison for a separate case.
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In the realm of disturbing celebrity news, the arrest of Chris Brown on charges of causing grievous bodily harm adds another contentious episode to his criminal history, particularly after the brutal altercation at London's Tape nightclub in 2023, where music producer Abe Diaw was viciously assaulted. His current world tour, scheduled to celebrate his 20-year career, now faces potential cancellation due to this latest development in the UK.
