Nelly arrested in Missouri for alleged drug possession and outstanding warrant

Rapper Nelly was arrested in the early morning hours of August 7th at a casino in St. Louis, Missouri. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the arrest stemmed from an outstanding warrant for a previous traffic violation related to lack of insurance. During a search, officers allegedly discovered four ecstasy pills in his possession.

Nelly's attorney, Scott Rosenblum, vehemently denies the drug charges, asserting that the search was conducted without probable cause. He further claims that Nelly was targeted due to his celebrity status and the fact that he had won several jackpots at the casino. Rosenblum questions why the warrant check was necessary after Nelly's winnings and emphasizes that Nelly regularly undergoes security checks, including FBI checks, for international travel without any previous issues.

This incident comes on the heels of recent positive news for Nelly, including his engagement and subsequent marriage to singer Ashanti, with whom he is expecting his first child. Despite the legal trouble, Rosenblum expresses confidence that the case will be dismissed and calls for an investigation into the officer's conduct. The rapper's fans and the public await further developments in the case.