American rapper Rick Ross was arrested in Georgia on Wednesday after he was found to be in possession of marijuana.
According to Fayette county sheriff’s office, the incident happened at a traffic stop on highway 279 in the town.
“Deputies went to his car, smelled marijuana, and after searching the vehicle, placed Ross under arrest for possession,” an officer, who does not want to be named, said.
“As of 11 pm, he was still in Fayette County Jail.”
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Ross was charged with misdemeanour marijuana possession and a traffic violation.
The sheriff’s office said the artiste was being “very cooperative” and gave officers no trouble at all.
Fayette County is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
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Given the nature of the charge, he is likely to be bailed easily.
Reuters said it could not reach the rapper’s representative for comment.
Ross has previously been arrested for marijuana possession, according to media reports. Prior to becoming one of the biggest entertainers, he worked as a correctional officer in Florida.
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