Lil Nas X was seen completely naked before his arrest on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City, Los Angeles, during the early hours of August 21, 2025. The 26-year-old rapper, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, was captured on video behaving erratically, igniting concern and curiosity among fans and passersby.
Around 4 a.m., police responded to reports of a man wandering the streets in just underwear and cowboy boots, though some initial accounts described him as fully nude. The footage shows Lil Nas X placing a traffic cone on his head, singing, and shouting phrases like,
“Didn’t I tell you to put the phone down? Uh oh, someone’s gonna have to pay for that!”
He also invited onlookers to a party, adding to the bizarre scene. While some speculated he was rapping Nicki Minaj’s verse from “Monster,” no evidence confirms this, despite his well-known admiration for the rapper, as seen in his past. Twitter fan accounts like “@NasMaraj.”
The situation took a serious turn when Lil Nas X reportedly charged at officers, leading to a physical confrontation. Sources say he struck an officer twice in the face, though no injuries were reported. Police subdued him and booked him at Valley Jail in Van Nuys on misdemeanor charges of obstructing an officer and battery on a police officer. Before booking, he was hospitalized for a suspected drug overdose, raising questions about his health. He was treated for several hours before returning to custody.
Lil Nas X has been candid about past drug use, mentioning psychedelic mushrooms during the creation of his 2021 album Montero and heavy marijuana use in 2020 after personal loss. Earlier in 2025, he shared a hospitalization for partial facial paralysis, possibly Bell’s palsy, which alarmed fans. Recent social media posts, including chaotic home photos and captions like “OH NO sHES GONE MAD! CRAZY I TELL U!” hinted at distress before the incident.
The rapper’s arrest and health scare have left fans worried about his well-being. As details unfold, the public awaits updates on his legal and personal status. For more on Lil Nas X’s career, visit his official website. For information on legal processes in such cases, check the Los Angeles Police Department’s resources.
