Rapper Gucci Mane is in police custody in Atlanta, Georgia after officials issued a warrant for his arrest last week (ends24Mar13).

The hip-hop star, real name Radric Davis, was accused of hitting a soldier over the head with a bottle at a nightclub in the city on 16 March (13), resulting in the alleged victim - who has only been identified as James - requiring 10 stitches.

A warrant was issued for Davis' arrest, and on Wednesday (27Mar13) it was revealed he is in custody at Fulton County Jail.

The Associated Press reports the star is being held on a charge of aggravated assault with a weapon.