Country music’s superstar Morgan Wallen has found himself in hot water after being arrested for allegedly throwing a chair off the rooftop of a newly opened six-story bar in Nashville. This shocking incident has sent shockwaves through the music industry and has fans demanding answers.
According to the Metro Nashville Police, the 30-year-old singer was booked into jail early Monday morning on three felony counts of reckless endangerment and one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct. The charges stem from a chair being hurled from the rooftop of Chief’s bar, landing mere feet away from two police officers on Broadway.
Witnesses at the scene told officers that they watched in disbelief as Wallen picked up the chair, tossed it over the roof, and then laughed about it. The arrest affidavit reveals that security footage and witness accounts played a crucial role in identifying Wallen as the culprit behind this dangerous act.
Wallen’s attorney, Worrick Robinson, has confirmed the arrest and stated that the singer is fully cooperating with authorities. Despite being released from custody, Wallen now faces a court date set for May 3, where he will have to answer for his reckless behavior.
This incident comes at a time when Morgan Wallen is riding high on the success of his third studio album, “One Thing at a Time,” which dominated the charts in 2023. The album spent an impressive 16 weeks at the top of the Billboard 200, showcasing Wallen’s immense popularity and influence in the country music world.
However, this is not the first time Wallen has found himself in trouble. In 2021, he faced severe backlash and consequences after a video surfaced of him shouting a racial slur. The fallout included an indefinite suspension from his label, removal of his music from radio stations and streaming services, and disqualification from several award shows. He apologized, and the backlash subsided in time for his 2023 album.
As fans and the music industry await further details on this latest incident, it remains to be seen how it will impact Morgan Wallen’s career. Will he face more severe consequences this time around, or will his popularity allow him to weather this storm? One thing is certain. The spotlight is now firmly on Wallen, and the world is watching to see how he responds to these serious allegations.
The Associated Press contributed to this article.