Charges Dropped Against Nelly After Casino Arrest

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AVONDALE, ARIZONA – NOVEMBER 10: Nelly performs before the 2024 NASCAR Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway on November 10, 2024 in Avondale, Arizona. (Photo by John Medina/Getty Images)

Nelly’s recent legal troubles appear to be behind him. In August, the rapper was reportedly arrested by the Missouri State Highway Patrol at the Hollywood Casino. Allegations surfaced that officers discovered a warrant for Nelly and found four ecstasy pills in his possession. Nelly’s attorney, Scott Rosenblum, spoke out, suggesting that Nelly was “targeted by an overzealous, out of line officer” after winning a large sum at the casino. Rosenblum claimed the officer falsely insisted on a background check before releasing the winnings.

Now, TMZ Hip Hop reports that prosecutors have decided not to pursue any charges. “We don’t believe the facts in this case warrant the issuing of charges,” said a spokesperson for the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Rosenblum added that St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell and his team thoroughly reviewed the evidence and decided against prosecution.

The outstanding warrant stemmed from a December 2018 traffic stop, during which Nelly allegedly did not have insurance. According to Rosenblum, Nelly was not informed about the warrant, and he believes that had Nelly not been a public figure, he would have simply been notified and allowed to leave.

With the case now closed, Nelly can fully focus on his life and career. Earlier this year, he and Ashanti shared major news: they welcomed their first child together and got married. The couple has been giving fans glimpses into their life, and in a recent interview with ET, Ashanti expressed her happiness, calling Nelly her “soulmate.”


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