A shocking criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors alleges that rapper Gucci Mane was the victim of a violent kidnapping and armed robbery. The incident reportedly occurred on January 10, 2026, at a Dallas music studio, with fellow rapper Pooh Shiesty and his associates accused of orchestrating the alleged crime.
An Alleged Armed Takeover
According to the complaint obtained by Rolling Stone, Pooh Shiesty, whose legal name is Lontrell Williams Jr., allegedly arranged a meeting with Gucci Mane (Radric Davis), the head of 1017 Records, the label that signed Williams in 2021. Prosecutors claim Williams was unhappy with his recording contract and used the meeting as a pretext for the alleged crime.
During the meeting, Williams and eight men reportedly flashed guns, robbing victims of valuables including Rolex watches, jewelry, cash, and a Louis Vuitton bag. Prosecutors state that Williams brandished an AK-style pistol and forced Gucci Mane to sign paperwork that would release Williams from his recording contract.
Co-Defendants and Evidence
The complaint also names Memphis rapper Big30 (Rodney Lamont Wright Jr.) as a co-defendant, alleging he retrieved the pistol and filmed Gucci Mane signing the release. Another co-defendant, Terrance Rodgers, is accused of posting a social media video wearing a stolen Rolex, while Demarcus Glover allegedly shared images of himself with stolen jewelry. Big30 allegedly blocked the exit, trapping those inside the studio.
Prosecutors say they have substantial evidence linking the defendants, including electronic monitoring data placing Williams at the studio in violation of his home detention conditions. License plate reader data, rental car records, and surveillance footage from various locations also reportedly support the charges. One victim was allegedly choked to the point of near unconsciousness, with photographic evidence of neck and wrist injuries included in the complaint.
Legal Ramifications
All nine defendants are facing charges of conspiracy to commit kidnapping, a serious offense that carries a maximum sentence of life in prison. U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Ryan Raybould, stated that the defendants traveled to Dallas with the intent to ‘kidnap and rob victims’ using violence and intimidation, vowing vigorous investigation and prosecution.
Pooh Shiesty had recently been released to home detention after serving three years for a gun charge. The alleged incident occurred while he was reportedly barred from possessing a firearm. Attempts to reach representatives for the accused artists were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.
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