Rapper Soulja Boy, known for his hit "Crank That," was arrested in Los Angeles early Sunday morning on suspicion of weapons charges that escalate his ongoing legal troubles.
Soulja Boy Faces Arrest in Los Angeles Over Weapons Charges
Soulja Boy Faces Arrest in Los Angeles Over Weapons Charges
US Rapper Soulja Boy in Custody Following Alleged Firearm Possession
US rapper Soulja Boy, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, was taken into custody by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) early Sunday morning, following an alleged traffic violation in the Melrose area. Around 2:35 AM local time, officers conducted a routine traffic stop and reportedly found that the rapper was in possession of a firearm, leading to his arrest on suspicion of firearm possession by a felon.
The 35-year-old artist, who gained fame with his 2007 chart-topping single "Crank That (Soulja Boy)," has been active in the music scene but has also faced significant legal challenges in recent months. In April of this year, Soulja Boy was ordered to pay $4.25 million to a woman who accused him of sexual battery and abuse. The lawsuit claimed that he regularly assaulted and imprisoned her during their working relationship, allegations that Soulja Boy has denied, asserting their interactions were consensual.
Representatives for Soulja Boy have yet to respond to inquiries regarding the latest incident, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding his arrest. With these recent developments, the rapper’s career and public standing appear to be facing serious scrutiny.
