Odell Beckham Jr. Demands Chris Brown’s Release from UK Jail Amid Assault Allegations
By jesse| May 21, 2025
Manchester, UK — R&B superstar Chris Brown remains behind bars in the UK following his arrest on serious assault charges stemming from a 2023 incident. But while legal proceedings continue, one high-profile supporter is speaking out: NFL star Odell Beckham Jr. is publicly calling for Brown’s release.
On Instagram, Beckham posted a photo of himself with the singer, captioning it: “Free Breeeezyyy.” The Baltimore Ravens wide receiver added, “The moral compass will never lie … we waiting on ya.” The post quickly went viral and has sparked renewed attention on Brown’s case.
Why Is Chris Brown in Jail?
Chris Brown, 35, was arrested in Manchester on May 16, 2025, just hours after landing in the UK via private jet. The arrest is tied to an alleged assault of music producer Abe Diaw that occurred in 2023 at Tape nightclub in London.
According to reports, Diaw claims Brown struck him over the head with a bottle of tequila and then stomped on his head while he was on the ground, leaving him unconscious with “severe and lasting injuries.” Surveillance footage of the incident is now in the hands of prosecutors, who have labeled the case “extremely serious.”
Legal and Tour Complications
Brown was denied bail by the UK court system and is expected to remain in custody until at least June 13, when his next hearing is scheduled. This timeline clashes with his highly anticipated Breezy Bowl Tour, set to begin on June 15—just two days after his next court appearance. As of now, it’s unclear how his legal troubles will impact the tour schedule, and neither Brown nor his management team have issued a public statement.
A Troubled Past
This isn’t Chris Brown’s first brush with the law—or the UK legal system. He was previously banned from entering the UK for over a decade due to his 2009 felony assault conviction involving pop star Rihanna. That ban was lifted in 2020 by former UK Home Secretary Priti Patel, allowing Brown to tour and perform again in Britain.
In the case of the 2023 assault, it’s also been reported that UK authorities initially attempted to speak with Brown shortly after the incident, but he left the country before they could question him. A civil lawsuit was also filed by Diaw but it remains unknown whether a settlement was reached.
What’s Next?
With powerful supporters like Odell Beckham Jr. now entering the conversation, public interest in the case continues to grow. Whether Brown will be granted bail or if his tour will proceed as planned remains to be seen.
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