NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country singer Morgan Wallen recently addressed a recent incident where he was arrested on felony charges for allegedly throwing a chair from a rooftop bar in Downtown Nashville. Wallen took to social media nearly two weeks after the incident to discuss what had occurred.
Police reports indicated that officers were present in front of Chief’s on Broadway when they saw a chair being thrown from above, landing close to them. Subsequent investigations by police pointed to Wallen as the individual responsible for throwing the chair.
Video footage reviewed by authorities showed Wallen throwing an object from the six-story rooftop, with witnesses confirming his actions. The 30-year-old musician reportedly picked up the chair, threw it over himself, and was seen laughing afterwards.
Following the incident, Wallen was charged with disorderly conduct and three counts of reckless endangerment for the potential harm caused to both the officers and the public in the vicinity. He was taken into custody, booked into Metro Jail, and released a few hours later. Wallen’s attorney mentioned that the singer was cooperating fully with the authorities.
In a statement made on social media, Wallen expressed regret for his actions, stating that he had reached out to Nashville law enforcement, his family, and the management at Chief’s to make amends. He also acknowledged his behavior and accepted responsibility for the incident.
Although details about the incident at Chief’s remain limited, Wallen, known for his country music, affirmed that his upcoming tour schedule would not be affected by the incident. The singer has tour dates planned across the country, including performances at Nissan Stadium in the coming months.
Despite the controversy surrounding Wallen, fans eagerly anticipate his upcoming shows, showing continued support for the artist as he navigates through the aftermath of the incident.