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The 2024 Grammy Awards took place Sunday night at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with Trevor Noah returning to host for the fourth consecutive year._  by [Moises Mendez](https://time.com/author/moises-mendez-ii/)  ## Moises Mendez Updated: Jan 19, 2026 11:27 AM UTCPublished: Feb 5, 2024 2:03 AM UTC  Killer Mike and DJ Paul accept the "Best Rap Performance" award for "Scientists & Engineers" on stage during the 66th Annual Grammy Awards pre-telecast show on February 4, 2024 Killer Mike and DJ Paul accept the "Best Rap Performance" award for "Scientists & Engineers" on stage during the 66th Annual Grammy Awards pre-telecast show on February 4, 2024Valerie Macon—AFP/Getty Images  by [Moises Mendez](https://time.com/author/moises-mendez-ii/)  ## Moises Mendez Updated: Jan 19, 2026 11:27 AM UTCPublished: Feb 5, 2024 2:03 AM UTC Killer Mike says he is "better than OK" after he was arrested at the Grammys on Sunday. The rapper was detained and charged with a misdemeanor after winning three awards. The news of his arrest came minutes before the awards ceremony began, according to reporter, Chris Gardner, who was at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles when Killer Mike was escorted away in handcuffs. > [](https://twitter.com/chrissgardner/status/1754299537039208794) “An official tells someone on his team that it’s possible he may be released later tonight from the arena,” Gardner tweeted. “Unclear if he’s being booked here and what he’s charged with.” Later, [_Variety_ reported](https://variety.com/2024/music/news/killer-mike-grammys-handcuffs-1235897372/) that he had been released. “He’s out and will be celebrating his sweep tonight,” the rapper's attorney said. On Monday, Killer Mike said in a statement that "there was a lot going on" on his way into the Grammys venue. After encountering a security guard, Killer Mike continued moving toward the venue. "There was some confusion around which door my team and I should enter," he said. "We experienced an over-zealous security guard but my team and I have the upmost confidence that I will ultimately be cleared of all wrongdoing." ### More From TIME Representatives for Killer Mike and the LAPD did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Earlier Sunday, the rapper won three Grammy Awards that were not televised: Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Rap Album. The nominations are his first in seven years. “It feels absolutely grand. If it feels like some people are reaching the finish line first, don’t worry. Just keep running your race," he [told _Rolling Stone_](https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/killer-mike-arrested-grammy-awards-2024-1234960712/amp/)following the wins. "The only thing stopping you is your imagination. 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