British grime star Ghetts, whose real name is Justin Clarke, has made his first court appearance following allegations of carrying a knife in East London. The 39-year-old rapper stood before Thames Magistrates' Court on Wednesday facing a single charge of possession of a bladed article.
The incident allegedly occurred on April 11th in the Newham area, where police officers reportedly stopped and searched the musician. Court documents indicate the item in question was described as a 'lock knife' measuring approximately 8.5cm in length.
Legal Proceedings Begin
During the brief hearing, Ghetts spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth, and address. The artist, known for his influential role in the UK grime scene, appeared composed throughout the proceedings.
District Judge Daniel Sternberg presided over the case and granted the rapper unconditional bail until his next court date. The case has been scheduled for a plea and trial preparation hearing at Snaresbrook Crown Court on June 28th.
Career in the Spotlight
The court appearance comes at a significant time for the platinum-selling artist, who recently concluded his highly successful 'On Purpose With Purpose' tour. Ghetts has been a prominent figure in British music for nearly two decades, rising through the underground grime scene to achieve mainstream recognition.
His most recent album, 'On Purpose, With Purpose,' received critical acclaim and cemented his status as one of UK urban music's most respected artists. The timing of these legal proceedings has surprised many in the music industry, given the rapper's clean public image and recent career successes.
The case continues to develop as both legal teams prepare for the summer court date that will determine the next steps in this high-profile proceeding.
