Lil Nas X Receives Positive Update in Felony Battery Case
Two-time Grammy winner Lil Nas X, born Montero Hill, returned to court on Monday.
Last September, the 26-year-old “Old Town Road” musician was charged with three counts of battery with injury against a police officer and one count of resisting an executive officer. Hill, who pleaded not guilty, faced up to five years in state prison.
According to Rolling Stone, Los Angeles County judge Alan Schneider found Hill’s alleged attack on three police officers to be “aberrant from his normal conduct.”
Following his arrest, Hill was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, which the court believes is the reason for the incident. “When treated, he is much better off, and society is much better off," added Judge Schneider.
Hill’s lawyer, Christy O’Connor, told the court that the “Industry Baby” singer checked himself into a treatment facility in Arizona following his arrest. She called his two months of inpatient care “absolutely successful.”
The judge agreed to dismiss the charges against Hill if he continues treatment and doesn’t break any laws for the next two years.
“I’m thankful. Just very thankful,” said Hill outside the courthouse. “It could have been much worse.”
Lil Nas X granted 2-year mental health diversion program to resolve his LAPD battery charges
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Told reporters he’s “thankful” and “just going through the flow of life” as he left Van Nuys courthouse
Asked about his treatment, he added, “I’m here, baby” pic.twitter.com/NNNcxWkij9
He added, “I’m just going through the flow of life.”
According to Rolling Stone, Hill was originally arrested in the early hours of Aug. 21, wearing only underwear and a pair of white cowboy boots. Prosecutors allege that Hill attacked three officers who responded to a call from concerned onlookers. A video of Hill walking through traffic before the arrest made international headlines.
In light of Monday's good news, Hill shared a message of thanks to the fans who supported him through this legal journey. “I love you so much, and I miss you so much,” he said outside the courtroom.
Deputy District Attorney Jodi Taksa shared these words of encouragement with the star, “Hopefully, I’ll never see you again, except on a stage.”