Rapper BigXthaPlug Arrested on Marijuana Charge in Texas

Rising rap star BigXthaPlug was arrested early Wednesday morning in Texas on a marijuana possession charge, TMZ reports.

The Dallas-born artist was taken into custody and booked at the Arlington City Jail after being pulled over for expired tags. According to Arlington police, officers detected the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle and asked BigX and his passenger, identified as 22-year-old Cleodist Landum, to exit the car.

Authorities say they spotted cigarettes and a “green leafy substance” in the center console and later found a handgun in the passenger door pocket. Landum, who had an active felony warrant out of Bexar County, was also arrested. During a search, police allegedly found marijuana on him as well. He now faces additional charges, including unlawful carrying of a weapon.

BigXthaPlug has been making waves in the rap scene, earning recognition as one of hip-hop’s most promising new talents.