Arts & Entertainment
Comedian Katt Williams Arrested In Portland On Assault Charge
Police say that Williams was arrested after allegedly assaulted a driver who refused to take the comedian and his dog to the Moda Center.
PORTLAND, OR – Comedian Katt Williams came to Portland on Friday to play a gig at the Moda Center. The next day he found himself in jail.
Police say that Williams is charged with assault after allegedly assaulting a driver who refused to take the comedian and his dog to the Moda Center.
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The driver was taken to the hospital where he was treated for cuts and swelling on his face.
Williams, 47, won an Emmy Award last month for his work on the show, Atlanta.
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The comedian has had several run-ins with the law on assault charges over the year and has been ordered to attend anger management classes.
Photo via Multnomah County Sheriff's Office.
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