American R&B singer Chris Brown was arrested in Manchester, England, on May 15, 2025, in connection with an alleged assault that occurred in February 2023 at Tape nightclub in London. The 36-year-old artist is accused of attacking music producer Abe Diaw by striking him multiple times with a Don Julio 1942 tequila bottle, followed by physical assault, which allegedly left Diaw unconscious and with lasting injuries.
Incident Details
According to legal documents, Diaw claims that he and Brown had known each other for several years and that he initially mistook Brown’s approach for a friendly gesture. However, Brown allegedly struck him three times with the bottle, rendering him unconscious. Diaw further alleges that Brown continued the assault by stomping on him while he was on the floor.
Diaw suffered significant injuries, including head trauma and torn ligaments in his leg, which required hospitalisation. He has filed a civil lawsuit seeking $16 million in damages for the physical and emotional harm caused by the alleged attack.
Legal Proceedings
The arrest occurred just before Brown was set to begin his “Breezy Bowl XX Tour,” a global celebration of his 20-year career in music. The UK leg of the tour, which included performances in Manchester, Cardiff, London, Birmingham, Glasgow, and Dublin, may be impacted by the ongoing investigation.
Brown’s representatives have not yet provided a public comment regarding the arrest or the allegations. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed the arrest but have not named Brown directly.
Background
This incident adds to a history of legal troubles for Chris Brown, including his 2009 felony assault of then-girlfriend Rihanna and a 2017 restraining order obtained by ex-girlfriend Karrueche Tran . The outcome of the ongoing investigation and lawsuit could have significant implications for Brown’s career and public image.
