Todd Snider Arrested for Hospital Outburst Following Alleged Assault
Singer-songwriter Todd Snider has halted his tour following an alleged assault outside a hotel in Salt Lake City. Reports indicate that Snider sustained serious injuries as a result of this incident.
Details of the Incident
On Monday, Snider’s team announced on Instagram that all performances were canceled. The decision comes just before his planned show on November 1 in South Salt Lake City, part of the “High, Lonesome and Then Some Tour.”
Police Response
According to the South Salt Lake Police Department, officers received a report of an assault involving a 59-year-old male shortly before 4 p.m. local time. The specifics of the assault and its location remain unclear.
- The police encourage anyone with information to contact them.
- Snider was taken to a local hospital for treatment and subsequently discharged.
Hospital Incident
After his discharge, Snider reportedly refused to leave the hospital initially. However, he later returned and allegedly threatened hospital staff, prompting police involvement.
- He was arrested and booked into the Salt Lake County Jail.
- Charges include disorderly conduct, threat of violence, and trespassing.
Current Status
Snider has since been released from jail but has not been formally charged. His representative chose not to comment on the situation. The Salt Lake City District Attorney’s office also did not respond to inquiries.
Impact on Todd Snider’s Tour
Before this incident, Snider had just kicked off his tour after releasing his latest album on October 1. This tour was set to conclude on November 16 in Bozeman, Montana. However, all upcoming dates have now been canceled, although Snider aims to return to touring in mid-January.
