LONDON — U.S. singer Chris Brown has been arrested and charged with causing grievous bodily harm in relation to an alleged assault that took place in February 2023, British authorities confirmed on Thursday, May 15. According to statements released by London’s Metropolitan Police and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), the 36-year-old artist is scheduled to appear before a magistrates’ court on Friday. The case is linked to an incident on February 19, 2023, at a venue located in Hanover Square, central London.

British newspaper The Sun reported that Brown was taken into custody at a hotel in Manchester. The arrest is reportedly connected to an accusation that he attacked a music producer with a bottle at Tape nightclub, a well-known spot in the city’s nightlife scene. While these details have not yet been independently verified, police have confirmed that the charges pertain to the Hanover Square venue on that date.

At this time, representatives for Chris Brown have not provided any comment regarding the arrest or the charges. Brown, an R&B star known for chart-topping hits such as “Loyal,” “Run It,” and “Under the Influence,” is preparing to launch a world tour starting next month. The tour includes performances in Manchester, where he was reportedly detained. It remains unclear whether the legal proceedings will affect the schedule of his upcoming shows.

This latest incident adds to a history of legal troubles that have surrounded the singer throughout his career, though no verdict has been reached in this particular case. British authorities have not released further information about the alleged victim or the extent of their injuries. The case is now moving forward through the legal system, with more details expected after Friday’s court appearance.