The subsequent time Wiz Khalifa is in Romania, the rapper mentioned it’ll be “without a big a— joint.”
Wiz Khalifa (born Cameron Jibril Thomaz) was arrested early Sunday in Costinești, Romania on drug possession expenses after the 36-yr-outdated musician was seen smoking a joint on stage whereas headlining a music pageant.
Romania’s anti-organized crime and terrorism directorate, known as DIICOT, mentioned Khalifa, who’s a U.S. citizen, had 18 grams of cannabis in his possession when he was arrested.
He is being investigated for “the crime of illegal possession of high-risk drugs,” which incorporates hashish.
DIICOT mentioned legal proceedings have already been launched. If discovered responsible, Khalifa may face a ten-yr jail sentence, AFP reported.
On X, Khalifa admitted to consuming marijuana on stage throughout his Saturday efficiency.
“Last nights show was amazing,” the rapper wrote. “I didn’t mean any disrespect to the country of Romania by lighting up on stage. They were very respectful and let me go.”
“I’ll be back soon,” he promised. “But without a big a— joint next time.”
Khalifa and his music are sometimes synonymous with hashish consumption.
During his set on the Beach Please! pageant on Saturday night time, Khalifa rapped whereas AV on stage flashed messages in English studying, “Smoke one if you love yourself,” “Soccer moms love pot” and “Weed is the new wine.”
Video shared to social media confirmed Romanian authorities escorting Khalifa out of the venue after his efficiency.
Khalifa is no longer in custody.
The investigation is ongoing.
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