Trey Songz is suing the Kansas City Police Department over its handling of an incident that resulted in his arrest during the AFC Championship Game between the Chiefs and Buffalo Bills in 2021.
Songz is alleging he was "physically assaulted, wrongfully arrested, handcuffed and detained" after security guards and officers arrived at his section in the stadium, according to the lawsuit, obtained by TMZ. The singer claimed authorities failed to protect him from "unruly, aggressive and intoxicated attendees" who were threatening and harassing him.
Following his arrest, witnesses told TMZ at the time that Songz was being heckled by people seated a few rows back when the officer showed up, and "went after him" with no warning.
Songz was charged with trespassing, resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer. The charges were later dismissed.
The suit alleges Songz suffered physical injuries, emotional distress, damage to his professional reputation, and financial losses from the incident. He's seeking unspecified damages.
Songz was arrested last month for damaging over $1,500 worth of property and equipment at a hookah lounge in New York City. It was then discovered that the singer was wanted for a separate incident at a Times Square nightclub that same night in which he allegedly punched an employee who told him the venue was closing, and he needed to leave.
His attorney Mitchell Schuster said his client, who pleaded not guilty to assault, harassment, and criminal mischief, is "cooperating fully and looks forward to the facts coming to light."