Lil Nas X has spoken out for the first time since his arrest in Studio City last week, where police accused him of walking naked through the streets. The rapper is facing three felony counts of battery with injury on a police officer and one felony count of resisting an executive officer.
In a video shared to his Instagram Story on Tuesday, the Old Town Road star reassured fans about his wellbeing.
“Your girl is gonna be okay, boo. Okay? S—’s gonna be all right,” he said. “S—’s gonna be all right. S—. That was f—–g terrifying. That was terrifying. That was a terrifying last four days. But your girl is gonna be all right.”
Following his arrest, Lil Nas X spent the weekend in custody before posting a $75,000 bail on Monday. His attorney, Drew Findling, defended him outside the courtroom, telling reporters:
“He’s never been in trouble for a split second in his existence, we’re not going to let one little event change the trajectory of his amazing life. There’s no way to have a sense of what happened this immediately, but we’re going to look into it and do the right thing.”
His father, Robert Stafford, also told TMZ that the rapper is “in good spirits” despite the ordeal.
“He’s very remorseful for what happened, but you know, it can happen to any family. He’s gonna get the help that he needs, and just keep him in your prayers,” Stafford said.
Lil Nas X is scheduled to appear in court again on September 15 for a pre-trial hearing.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman, in a press release, warned that the charges are being treated seriously:
“Attacking police officers is more than just a crime against those individuals but a direct threat to public safety. Anyone who assaults law enforcement will face serious consequences, no matter who they are or how famous they may be.”
If convicted, Lil Nas X could face up to five years in state prison.
