Machine Gun Kelly Sued Over Arkansas Stage Fall

Rap shows can be potentially hazardous places depending on the act, crowd and venue. Back in March of 2013, Machine Gun Kelly, known for his unrestrained live performances, played a show at Juanita's Cantina in Little Rock, Arkansas and in attempting to jump onto a nearby pole, landed on Kenneth Elsleger Jr., a wheelchair-bound man who was placed there.

As a result, Elsleger is suing the owners of the since closed restaurant and venue as well as MGK for the accident, Arkansas Online reports. Elsleger is seeking a jury trial, along with damages for medical bills, saying in the lawsuit that the restaurant and its owners exhibited negligence by placing him "in a location of potential (and actual danger)," instead of at a safer distance. The suit also alleges that Kelly should have foreseen the perceived danger his jump could have caused. Elsleger was injured but did not detail to what extent. Juanita's closed in December after nearly 30 years in business.

Rappers have made similar missteps in the past, with XXL's 12 Rappers Falling on Stage detailing some of the more memorable incidents. While Kelly's spill isn't included, the "Wild Boy" can be seen deploying any number of stage antics in any of his performance videos. Earlier this year, the Cleveland rapper underwent emergency elbow surgery for an infection that could have led to amputation.

To read the full story on Kelly's outstanding lawsuit, visit Arkansas Online. We've reached out to MGK's rep but have yet to hear back. We'll update this story when we do.

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