Rapper Lil’ Mama was arrested this morning [Thursday, March 10] for speeding and a suspended license.
According to the NYPD’s website, the “Sausage” rapper, born Niatia Kirkland, was clocked going 38 mph in the 25 mph zone around 4:00am. The 26 year old was apprehended without incident on Fifth Avenue and West 135th Street.
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Kirkland, popularly known for her single “Lip Gloss” and playing Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes in the TLC biopic on VH1, recently remixed Rihanna‘s single, “Work.”
Update: March 10, 2016 @ 5:52pm
Lil’ Mama released the following official statement about her arrest:
“I would like to apologize to my family, friends and fans for my actions last night. I made a mistake and it was totally irresponsible of me to drive without a valid drivers license. My actions do not in any way reflect who I am as a person.
As I move forward, I have learned a valuable lesson and understand the consequences for my actions which resulted in my arrest. I appreciate the support and the concern for my well being during this time. I have worked very hard, and I would like to continue to be a role model for young women and men. With that being said, I accept full responsibility for my actions and will take the necessary measures to have this quickly resolved and
corrected.”
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