Pooh Shiesty and Big30 Kidnap Gucci Mane, Force Contract Release
Key Takeaways
- Nine defendants including Pooh Shiesty and Big30 charged for kidnapping Gucci Mane; robbery alleged.
- Contract dispute with Mane's 1017 Records allegedly triggered the ambush.
- DOJ alleges Gucci Mane was forced to sign papers releasing Shiesty from his contract.
Rappers Kidnap Gucci Mane
Pooh Shiesty and Big30 were arrested for allegedly kidnapping and robbing Gucci Mane.
“Records show that one of the victims is described as the owner of 1017 Records, a record label owned by Gucci Mane”
They lured Gucci Mane under the pretense of a business meeting to discuss Shiesty's contract.
Shiesty produced an AK-style pistol and forced Mane to sign a release at gunpoint.
Eight of nine defendants were arrested; one remains at large.
Authorities confirmed Shiesty's father was among the arrested.
Evidence Shows Planned Operation
Federal agents uncovered extensive evidence proving this was a planned operation.
Cell phone records showed suspects traveled together days before the incident.
Shiesty was at the studio despite being on home confinement for a prior conviction.
Fingerprint evidence tied multiple suspects to the scene.
Victims Robbed, One Choked
Victims were robbed of luxury items including Rolex watches and Louis Vuitton bags.
“Gucci Mane kidnapped in Dallasby fellow rapperPooh Shiestyduring ambush at recording studio”
One victim was choked to near unconsciousness.
Big30 allegedly barricaded the door to prevent escape.
The FBI confirmed Shiesty's father was arrested.
Legal Exposure and Public Reaction
The nine defendants face charges including kidnapping and armed robbery.
Pooh Shiesty was on home confinement at the time of the incident.
Some industry observers expressed shock at how a contract dispute escalated to violence.
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