A shocking twist in the music world has prosecutors alleging that Gucci Mane was kidnapped, robbed, and threatened at gunpoint in a setup that sounds straight out of a movie.
According to federal authorities, the January 10 incident took place inside a recording studio in Dallas, where Mane believed he was attending a routine meeting. Instead, prosecutors say he was ambushed by a group of men led by fellow rapper Pooh Shiesty, whose real name is Lontrell Williams Jr.
The motive was brutal and calculated.
Investigators allege Williams Jr forced Mane to sign documents releasing him from his own record label, 1017 Records, which Mane founded back in 2007. At the same time, the suspects allegedly pointed firearms at multiple victims in the room, creating what officials described as a life-threatening situation.
The FBI claims Mane was held at gunpoint with an AK-style pistol, while others in the group demanded valuables from everyone present. Prosecutors say jewelry, cash, and luxury items were taken, including watches, earrings, and even a wedding ring.
At one point, victims reportedly believed they were about to be executed.
The violence did not stop there. One victim was allegedly choked and injured during the robbery, while others were stripped of personal belongings like designer bags and electronics. Authorities say the suspects later took to social media, flaunting items believed to be stolen from the scene.
Eight suspects have now been arrested across multiple states, including Texas and Tennessee. One remains on the run. If convicted, those involved could face life in prison.
Even more shocking, prosecutors say Williams Jr was supposed to be under house arrest at the time due to a previous firearms case.
Neither side has entered formal pleas yet, and representatives for both artists have not publicly responded.
The case is still unfolding, but one thing is clear. This was no ordinary dispute. It was an alleged armed takeover inside the music industry itself.