Rapper King Harris, son of Atlanta artist T.I., has been arrested in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, after a high-speed traffic stop on April 12th. The incident led to charges including obstruction, drug possession, and traffic violations.

Traffic Stop Escalates

Gwinnett County police initiated a pursuit of a camo-wrapped Tesla Cybertruck driven by Harris, who was reportedly traveling 70 mph in a 45 mph zone. Officers reached speeds of 80 mph to catch up to the vehicle.

Upon stopping the vehicle, officers observed a firearm on the dashboard and an open container of THC in the center console. These findings contributed to the escalation of the traffic stop.

Refusal to Cooperate and Legal Basis

King Harris initially refused to exit his vehicle, leading to warnings of arrest for obstruction. He eventually complied after speaking with his lawyer by phone.

Body camera footage captured the tense exchange, with officers citing safety concerns due to the firearm. They also referenced the Supreme Court case 'Pennsylvania vs. Mimms,' which permits officers to order drivers out of their vehicles during a lawful stop.

Discovery of Controlled Substance

During a search, officers found a pill on Harris, later identified as oxycodone. Authorities are currently investigating whether he possesses a valid prescription for the substance.

T.I. Arrives at the Scene

The rapper's father, T.I., arrived at the scene and was briefed by the arresting officer. The officer explained the decision to separate Harris from the weapon was primarily for safety reasons.

Charges and Legal Proceedings

Harris was taken into custody and transported to jail. During the booking process, a Schedule II controlled substance was discovered on his person.

He now faces multiple charges, including obstruction, possession of a controlled substance, and potential charges related to the THC container, in addition to the initial traffic violations.

The legal proceedings will clarify the details of the incident and any further actions.