In a recent incident early Sunday, Soulja Boy (real name DeAndre Cortez Way) was arrested by LAPD during a traffic stop in the Melrose area, where he was found allegedly in possession of a firearm. This incident marks another troubling chapter for the rapper, who recently faced legal issues over a high-stakes sexual assault case.
Soulja Boy Faces Arrest Over Gun Possession in Los Angeles
Soulja Boy Faces Arrest Over Gun Possession in Los Angeles
US rapper Soulja Boy, known for his viral hits, was taken into custody early Sunday morning in Los Angeles on weapons charges.
In the early hours of Sunday morning, US rapper Soulja Boy found himself in legal trouble once more, as reports confirm his arrest in Los Angeles on suspicion of weapons charges. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) apprehended the 35-year-old artist, a passenger in a vehicle that was pulled over around 2:35 a.m. local time in the Melrose neighborhood. Upon inspection, officers allegedly discovered that Soulja Boy was in possession of a firearm, leading to his arrest on grounds of illegal possession as a felon.
Soulja Boy, who gained fame in 2007 with his viral hit "Crank That (Soulja Boy)," has not only been celebrated for his music but has also found himself embroiled in various legal controversies. Earlier this year, he was ordered to pay a hefty $4.25 million payout in a civil case concerning sexual battery and abuse brought forth by a former assistant. The unnamed woman accused him of multiple allegations, including rape and assault, claims that Soulja Boy denied, stating their relationship was consensual. However, a jury found him liable for sexual battery, assault, and gender violence.
As news of his arrest circulates, representatives for the rapper have yet to issue a statement, leaving fans and followers to await further details on this developing situation.
