By Vinod Ram 
In a significant development that could impact his upcoming tour, American R&B singer Chris Brown was arrested in the early hours of May 15, 2025, at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester, UK. The arrest stems from an alleged assault that occurred on February 19, 2023, at Tape nightclub in London’s Mayfair district. Brown is accused of attacking music producer Abe Diaw with a Don Julio 1942 tequila bottle, followed by punching and kicking him, resulting in serious injuries that required hospitalization.
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The Metropolitan Police have charged the 36-year-old singer with grievous bodily harm with intent under section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861. Brown is scheduled to appear before Manchester Magistrates’ Court on May 16, 2025.
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This arrest casts uncertainty over Brown’s “Breezy Bowl XX Tour,” which was set to commence in June 2025, celebrating his 20-year career in the music industry. The tour includes performances across major UK cities such as Manchester, London, Cardiff, Birmingham, and Glasgow, as well as international dates in Amsterdam and North America.
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The alleged victim, Abe Diaw, filed a lawsuit against Brown in October 2023, seeking $16 million in damages for the injuries sustained during the incident. This legal issue adds to Brown’s history of controversies, including a 2009 felony assault conviction involving singer Rihanna and a restraining order obtained by ex-girlfriend Karrueche Tran in 2017.
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As of now, Brown’s representatives have not issued a statement regarding the charges. The situation remains fluid, with potential implications for his tour schedule and public image.
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