Atlanta resident Killer Mike likely to escape prosecution after Grammy Awards arrest – WABE

Killer Mike is expected to avoid charges for a physical altercation that led to his arrest at the Grammy Awards earlier this year, after the rapper recently completed community service.

The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office said in a statement Thursday that Mike “completed the office’s hearing process, including the community service requirement that was imposed.” The rapper was escorted in handcuffs by police to the Crypto.com Arena in February and arrested on suspicion of a felony.

Court documents show Mike, whose real name is Michael Render, was never charged in connection with the incident. Its representatives did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment.

In some cases, Los Angeles city prosecutors may choose to resolve an incident without filing misdemeanor charges if a person meets certain conditions.

Mike said an “overzealous” security guard contributed to the altercation that took place in the joyous moments following his three-award winning performance at the Grammy Awards premiere ceremony. It was her first Grammy in over two decades.

Mike’s first win came after he won Best Rap Performance for “Scientists & Engineers,” which also won Best Rap Song. The single features Andre 3000, Future and Eryn Allen Kane.

He also won Best Rap Album for “Michael.”

When he received his third award, the Atlanta-based rapper shouted, “Sweep! Atlanta, it’s a sweep!”

Mike’s last Grammy was in 2003, when he won for “The Whole World” for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.