Country Singer Zach Bryan Is Arrested After Song and Album Land No. 1, Apologizes To Officers

Country singer Zach Bryan made headlines when he was arrested for misdemeanor obstruction of an investigation in his home state of Oklahoma, shortly after his song and self-titled album both reached the number one spot on the Billboard charts. The 27-year-old musician has since been released on bond, with his next court date set for September 13.

While the Craig County Sheriff's Office has yet to release an official statement about the incident, Bryan took to social media to confirm his arrest and issue a public apology. He acknowledged that his emotions got the better of him during an encounter with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, leading to behavior that was out of character. In his statement, Bryan expressed his support for law enforcement and deep regret for his actions, emphasizing that he was just frustrated in the moment. He hopes that everyone can move forward, and he extended his apologies to the officers involved.

Online jail records from Craig County show that the arrest took place around 6:40 p.m. local time in Vinita, Oklahoma. Prior to his arrest, Bryan had posted a photo on his Instagram Story, depicting him on the road with a black dog in the passenger seat, captioned with "On the road again, gonna go see the birds win."

Despite this incident, Bryan's career has been on the rise. His self-titled album claimed the number one spot on the Billboard 200 chart, and his song "I Remember Everything," featuring Kacey Musgraves, also secured the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100. These achievements mark significant milestones for the young country artist.

Bryan, a GRAMMY-nominated musician, has been an advocate for inclusivity and equality. He has publicly spoken out against transphobia and voiced his support for transgender rights, even engaging in a public disagreement with fellow country artist Travis Tritt over the issue. However, the two artists later resolved their differences through a conversation on social media.

Despite this setback, Bryan remains active in his music career. He embarked on a European tour in April and is currently preparing for upcoming performances in the United States, including The Quittin Time Tour scheduled for 2024. His next live show is slated for September 24 at the Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival in Franklin, Tennessee.