Katt Williams

Comedian arrested for guns
07/11/2008 19:33  - (SA)  

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New York - Comedian Katt Williams has been arrested on weapons charges in midtown Manhattan after police say they pulled him over for driving a car without licence plates.

The 35-year-old performer was released on bail on Thursday in time to make it for his show at Carnegie Hall. He told the audience that he "just got out of jail".

Police say a handgun was found in Williams' car after he was stopped for the alleged traffic violation.

His attorney, Charles Ross, did not immediately return a call requesting comment early on Friday.

Williams is best known for his role in the movie Friday After Next and for his appearances in rap videos. He also voices A Pimp Named Slickback in The Boondocks animated television series.

- AP