Chris Brown Arrested in Manchester Over Bottle Attack Incident

Mobile, AL (BuzzReport) – R&B superstar Chris Brown was arrested early today at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester, UK, in connection with a bottle attack incident at a London nightclub in February 2023. The 36-year-old American musician was taken into custody by Met Police detectives shortly after 2 am on Thursday, May 15, 2025.

According to reports, Brown allegedly launched an unprovoked attack on music producer Abe Diaw at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, Central London, hitting him over the head with a bottle and then punching and kicking him as he lay on the floor. Diaw claims the incident left him needing crutches to walk after being discharged from the hospital.

The alleged attack occurred while Brown was on a worldwide tour, and Diaw has since launched a civil claim against the rapper for $16 million (£12 million) in damages for injuries and losses suffered as a result of the alleged attack.

Brown’s arrest may throw his upcoming UK tour into chaos. The rapper was scheduled to perform at several high-profile venues, including the Co-Op Live stadium in Manchester, the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, and Tottenham Hotspur’s stadium in London.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

• June 15: Manchester – Co-Op Live
• June 16: Manchester – Co-Op Live
• June 19: Cardiff – Principality Stadium
• June 21: London – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
• June 26: Birmingham – Villa Park Stadium
• July 1: Glasgow – Hampden Park

Brown’s history of violence has been well-documented, with previous incidents including a conviction for domestic violence-related charges stemming from his physical abuse of then-girlfriend Rihanna.¹