Renowned Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B found herself at the center of a concerning trend during her recent performance at Drai's Beachclub in Las Vegas. As she was energetically belting out her hit song "Bodak Yellow," an audience member decided to disrupt the show by throwing a drink at the artist. The incident was caught on video by spectators and quickly went viral on social media.

In the video, Cardi B can be seen retaliating in a fit of anger, aggressively throwing her microphone in the direction of the person who threw the drink. Security swiftly intervened and escorted the fan out of the venue. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed that a woman had filed a police report following the incident.

This incident is part of a worrying series of instances where fans have dangerously interacted with artists during live performances. Just last month, a man faced court charges after allegedly throwing a cellphone at singer Bebe Rexha during a show in New York City. Country music star Kelsea Ballerini was also a victim when a fan threw a bracelet that struck her in the face. Rexha herself was hit in the face with a cellphone, requiring stitches. Even Harry Styles, the former One Direction member, was not spared, as he was hit in the eye with an unknown object while performing in Vienna.

The reaction to Cardi B's aggressive response has been mixed among fans on social media. Some defended her actions, claiming they would have done the same in her position, while others criticized her for reacting violently. However, this incident has sparked discussions and raised concerns about the safety of artists during live performances. Many are now calling for stricter policies and increased security measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

Cardi B's representative did not respond to CBS News' request for comment, and the artist herself has yet to directly address the incident. However, she did retweet a video of the incident, indicating her awareness of the situation. Prior to the incident, Cardi B was heard asking audience members to throw water at her, suggesting that she was hot and wanted to be cooled down. This raises questions about the potential unintended consequences of encouraging audience participation during performances.

The trend of audience members throwing objects at artists has become increasingly problematic in recent months, prompting artists like Adele to address the issue. During her Weekends with Adele residency in Las Vegas, she warned fans not to engage in such behavior and emphasized the importance of concert etiquette. Adele also made it clear that she has a zero-tolerance policy towards disruptive actions.

The incident involving Cardi B highlights the urgent need for increased security measures and stricter policies to ensure the safety and well-being of artists during live performances. It remains to be seen how incidents like this will impact the concert experience and if venues will implement a zero-tolerance policy towards disruptive behavior. As artists continue to face these challenges, the industry must come together to find solutions that prioritize the safety of performers and create an enjoyable experience for all concertgoers.