AC/DC DRUMMER PHIL Rudd showed up late for a New Zealand court appearance today and messed around by jumping on the back of one of his security guards outside the courthouse.
Rudd did not enter a plea during his brief appearance.
The 60-year-old is charged with threatening to kill, which comes with a maximum prison sentence of seven years, as well as possessing methamphetamine and marijuana.
Citing a lack of evidence, prosecutors earlier dropped a more serious charge that alleged Rudd tried to hire a hit-man to kill two people.
The New Zealand Herald reported that during his appearance, Rudd winked at reporters, drummed a rhythm on the dock and then sped away from the courthouse in a black sports car.
Rudd’s future with the popular Australian band remains uncertain.
Rudd remains free on bail with his next court appearance scheduled for 2 December. That’s coincidentally the same day that AC/DC’s new album “Rock or Bust” is due to be released.
Rudd’s lawyer could not be immediately contacted for comment.
