R&B artist Chris Brown has been arrested in Manchester, UK, in connection with an alleged assault that took place in a London nightclub in February 2023. The incident involves music producer Abe Diaw, who accuses Brown of attacking him with a bottle during an altercation. This arrest adds to Brown’s history of legal issues and raises questions about the impact on his ongoing tour.
Details of the Alleged Incident
The alleged assault occurred on February 19, 2023, at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, London. According to reports, Brown and Diaw were involved in a confrontation that escalated when Brown allegedly struck Diaw multiple times over the head with a bottle of Don Julio 1942 tequila. Diaw claims that after the bottle attack, Brown continued to punch and kick him, resulting in significant injuries, including head lacerations and torn ligaments in his leg, which required hospitalization.
Legal Actions and Arrest
In October 2023, Diaw filed a lawsuit against Brown seeking £12 million (approximately $16 million) in damages for the injuries and emotional trauma suffered. The lawsuit also accuses Brown of defamation, alleging that he spread false allegations about Diaw, damaging his reputation in the music industry.
On May 15, 2025, Brown was arrested by the Metropolitan Police at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester around 2 a.m. He was taken into custody on suspicion of grievous bodily harm related to the 2023 incident.
Impact on Brown’s Tour
Brown’s arrest comes amid his “Breezy Bowl XX” tour, celebrating his two-decade career in music. The tour includes scheduled performances across major UK cities, including Cardiff, London, Birmingham, Glasgow, and Dublin. It remains unclear how the arrest and ongoing legal proceedings will affect these tour dates.
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Chris Brown Arrested in Manchester Over Alleged 2023 Bottle Attack
R&B artist Chris Brown has been arrested in Manchester, UK, in connection with an alleged assault that took place in a London nightclub in February 2023. The incident involves music producer Abe Diaw, who accuses Brown of attacking him with a bottle during an altercation. This arrest adds to Brown's history of legal issues and raises questions about the impact on his ongoing tour. Details of the Alleged Incident The alleged assault occurred on February 19, 2023, at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, London. According to reports, Brown and Diaw were involved in a confrontation that escalated when Brown allegedly struck Diaw multiple times over the head with a bottle of Don Julio 1942 tequila. Diaw claims that after the bottle attack, Brown continued to punch and kick him, resulting in significant injuries, including head lacerations and torn ligaments in his […]
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