Chris Brown in Custody Over Assault Charges During UK Tour

Manchester, England — Singer Chris Brown is in custody after being arrested on Thursday and charged with grievous bodily harm with intent. This stems from an alleged incident in London in 2023, according to the Metropolitan Police.

The police announced that the charges relate to an assault that reportedly took place at a venue in Hanover Square on February 19, 2023. Following an investigation, Brown, 36, was served with an arrest warrant in Manchester. He appeared in court on May 16, where a judge ordered him to remain in custody until his next court appearance scheduled for June 13.

Brown is set to kick off his Breezy Bowl XX world tour in the Netherlands on June 8, as stated on his Instagram. The tour will include performances in various European locations, including Manchester and London, before moving to the U.S. on July 30.

Judge Joanne Hirst from Manchester Magistrates’ Court rejected Brown’s bail request, saying the crime is “extremely serious.” If convicted, he faces a jail term ranging from two to 16 years.

The charges relate to claims that Brown used a tequila bottle to attack a man in a nightclub. The details of this incident were echoed in a civil lawsuit filed by music producer Amadou “Abe” Diaw in October 2023, who accused Brown of assault during the same altercation.

Diaw’s lawsuit describes the attack, alleging that Brown struck him multiple times with a bottle and caused serious injuries requiring hospitalization. The police have stated they obtained surveillance footage of the incident, which is now part of the ongoing investigations.

The case has attracted significant media attention, given Brown’s history of legal troubles, including a felony assault charge from 2009. Brown’s representatives have not commented on the current legal situation.

The next hearings regarding both the criminal and civil cases are set to take place in mid-June. As details unfold, fans and followers await clarification on the status of Brown’s upcoming performances.