Pooh Shiesty, Big30, and 7 Others Federally Charged in Armed Takeover: Gucci Mane Allegedly Kidnapped and Robbed at Gunpoint in Dallas Studio
Atlanta rap icon Gucci Mane (real name Radric Delantic Davis) was allegedly among three victims kidnapped and robbed at gunpoint during a coordinated armed takeover at a Dallas music studio in January, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that nine men, including Memphis rappers Pooh Shiesty (Lontrell Williams Jr.) and Big30 (Rodney Wright Jr.), face charges related to the incident. Eight of the defendants have been arrested, with arrests carried out in Nashville, Dallas, and Memphis. The alleged events unfolded on January 10, 2026, when the victims — music industry professionals, one identified as Gucci Mane — arrived at the studio expecting a business meeting to discuss a recording contract. Instead, authorities say the group executed a violent ambush.db9f07 According to the DOJ complaint and statements from U.S. Attorney Ryan Raybould for the Northern District of Texas: Pooh Shiesty allegedly produced an AK-style pistol and f...