Killer Mike Sues S&S Labor Force Over 2024 Grammys Incident.
Michael Render, 49, famously known as Killer Mike from the hip-hop duo Run the Jewels, has filed a lawsuit against the private security company S&S Labor Force, claiming unlawful detention during the 2024 Grammy Awards. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleges civil rights violations, false arrest, assault, battery, and negligence, with Render accusing the security firm of using excessive force during his detention.
The incident unfolded at the Peacock Theatre, where Render was stopped by security while attempting to leave the Grammy’s premiere ceremony. Render reportedly shoved a female guard after she asked to see his ticket, leading to her injury. The situation escalated, and Render was detained by security guards, taken to a private room for over an hour as authorities sorted out the incident. He was later escorted out of the Crypto.com Arena in handcuffs, but no charges were filed by Los Angeles prosecutors.
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In response to the allegations, S&S Labor Force, operating as JRM Private Security, rejected any involvement in the incident. “We had zero involvement in the incident,” the company stated. “This lawsuit is based on misinformation and lacks credible evidence.” They further added, “We are currently investigating the source of these allegations and are prepared to take appropriate legal action to address any defamation.”
Despite the legal action, Killer Mike has remained composed. During an appearance on The View, he explained that he had already moved past the incident. “Backstage was overcrowded, the winners were exuberant, and I think security got a little overzealous. It’s water under the bridge for me,” Render said, reflecting on the event with dignity. He added, “All of my heroes have been in handcuffs – (Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, Medgar Evers). I walked out with the same dignity and respect that I walked in with, and I would implore people to just take that from it. Don’t dwell on the bad stuff.”
Michael Render’s lawsuit seeks unspecified damages, asserting that his wrongful detention deprived him of the chance to attend the award ceremony where he was to make a notable appearance.
S&S Labor Force, claiming to be the largest live broadcast security company in the U.S., has yet to publicly comment on whether they plan to pursue defamation charges.
