Nicki Minaj arrested in the Netherlands

They found her with Cannabis

The renowned American rapper Nicki Minaj was arrested at Amsterdam airport on suspicion of possession of soft drugs. The incident, which quickly became news, occurred while the artist was heading to the United Kingdom for a concert scheduled that same night.

Nicki Minaj, famous for her style and provocative lyrics, found herself in legal trouble when authorities at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport discovered cannabis in her luggage. The news was confirmed by several Dutch media last Saturday. Minaj was reportedly questioned by military police, who also posted images of the artist during the process on social media.

Although the police confirmed the arrest of a 41-year-old American woman, they refrained from revealing the identity of the detainee. Robert Kapel, spokesman for the military police, told AFP: “We never confirm the identity of a detained person but I can confirm that we have detained a 41-year-old woman suspected of having attempted to export soft drugs to another country.”

Following questioning and review of her case, Nicki Minaj was released after paying a “reasonable” fine, according to Dutch authorities. The case was quickly closed, allowing the artist to continue with her concert itinerary in Europe.

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The rapper was quick to use her social media platforms to explain her side of the story. In a series of posts on X, Minaj claimed that authorities found cannabis in her luggage, but she noted that it belonged to one of her bodyguards. “Let them know that they took my bags without my consent,” she wrote on her account, clarifying that her bodyguard had admitted to being the owner of the cannabis joints.

The sale and consumption of cannabis and its derivatives, although tolerated, are not legal in the Netherlands. Since the 1970s, the country has adopted a policy of tolerance towards soft drugs, allowing their use in specific places such as the famous “coffeeshops.” However, transporting these substances to other countries remains illegal and can lead to legal problems, as in the case of Minaj.

Dutch policy is based on a distinction between soft and hard drugs, with a more relaxed approach towards the former. Despite this, the authorities do not allow the export of drugs, which explains Minaj’s arrest and the legal consequences.

The incident in Amsterdam did not go unnoticed by Nicki Minaj fans and the media. The news sparked a wave of reaction on social media, with fans worried about the impact this could have on her European tour. Fortunately for her followers, the quick resolution of the case allowed Minaj to continue with her professional commitments without major setbacks.

The arrest of Nicki Minaj in the Netherlands highlights the legal complexities surrounding the use and transportation of soft drugs, even in countries with tolerance policies. Although the incident was quickly resolved, it serves as a reminder of the strict regulations governing the international transportation of controlled substances.