Authorities managed to talk Commerford down after 10 minutes but once on the stage a scuffle ensued with security. RATM Bodyguard Perrin "Big Pete" Bentle jumped in the fray to help out Commerford. Both were quickly arrested and taken to jail by plainclothes police officers on the scene. 

The next morning Commerford pled guilty to disorderly conduct and was released having been credited for time served. Bodyguard Bentle also pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice and was released on time served.

No official word on why Commerford acted out at the MTV awards, perhaps he realized where he was and being in the belly of the beast was too much for him to handle? 

In other RATM news: the band will be performing two Los Angeles area show this week on the 12th and 13th at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles with Ozomatli opening both shows.