Rapper Killer Mike escorted from Grammys venue and arrested after alleged altercation

Rapper Killer Mike was led out of the Grammys in handcuffs and arrested Sunday after a confrontation during the pre-televised portion of the awards show.

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A man was detained on Sunday afternoon in connection with a "physical altercation".

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Police have identified the man as Michael Render, the real name of Killer Mike.

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In an LAPD post, police said the altercation happened in the 700 block of Chick Hearn Court

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He was booked on suspicion of misdemeanor battery, police said

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Earlier in the afternoon, Killer Mike won three Grammy Awards for Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song and Best Rap Album at the pre-show premiere ceremony.

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Andrew Blankstein reported from Los Angeles and Rebecca Cohen from New York City.

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