Rapper Lil Nas X was arrested early Thursday in Los Angeles after police said he charged at officers responding to reports of a naked man walking on Ventura Boulevard.

Lil Nas X, whose legal name is Montero Lamar Hill, was booked on suspicion of misdemeanor obstructing an officer. Officers encountered the 26-year-old shortly before 6 a.m. in Studio City and, after he allegedly rushed at them, took him into custody.

Believing he may have overdosed, police transported him to a hospital first, where he was treated for several hours before being released back into police custody.

Why It Matters

Lil Nas X has drawn controversy throughout his career for his provocative style and unapologetic approach to challenging cultural norms. His 2021 music video for "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)" sp

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