American R&B singer Chris Brown was arrested in Manchester in the early hours of Thursday, May 15, 2025. The arrest, which took place at The Lowry Hotel where Brown was staying, is in connection with an alleged assault that occurred at a London nightclub in February 2023.
The Metropolitan Police have confirmed the arrest of a 36-year-old man on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. While authorities have not officially named Brown, reports strongly indicate his involvement.
The charges stem from an incident at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, London, where Brown is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw. Legal documents reportedly state that Brown allegedly struck Diaw over the head with a bottle of Don Julio 1942 tequila, causing him to lose consciousness.
Further allegations claim that Brown continued to assault Diaw while he was on the ground, inflicting severe injuries including head lacerations and torn ligaments.
The arrest follows an ongoing investigation into the alleged assault, which Diaw has also addressed through a formal lawsuit. In his legal action, Diaw claims the attack was unprovoked and was captured on surveillance footage from the nightclub.
Brown’s arrest comes just days before the scheduled launch of his “Breezy Bowl XX” tour, which includes multiple performances across the United Kingdom. As he remains in custody, the immediate impact on his tour schedule remains uncertain.
As of Friday morning, representatives for Chris Brown have yet to issue a public statement regarding the arrest. Legal proceedings are expected to unfold as authorities continue their evaluation of the evidence related to the 2023 alleged assault. This development adds another chapter to Brown’s history of legal issues.
