Coolio was arrested on a gun charge while traveling through Los Angeles International Airport on Saturday morning, September 17. The 53-year-old, born Artis Leon Ivey Jr., was detained along with an unnamed accomplice after a loaded gun was detected among their belongings, and ascribed to the OG rapper.
According to reports, moments after Coolio was given clearance to walk past the airport security screening, carry-on luggage claimed by another man turned up the weapon. After apprehending the man, and doing a full inspection of the bag, it was discovered some alleged belongings of Coolio's were identified and he was located, having already boarded the aircraft.
Authorities have confirmed that the two were traveling together. The unnamed individual has since been released. Coolio was booked on suspicion of possession of a firearm by a felon.
Source: foxnews.com
