Rapper iHeartMemphis Arrested After Standoff With Police

The 'Hit The Quan' artist was taken into custody on an active warrant for written or electronic threats to kill.

Feb. 10, 2026 at 11:23am

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Rapper iHeartMemphis, also known as iLoveMemphis, was arrested early Tuesday morning after he streamed a dramatic standoff with Florida police during an apparent mental health crisis. Authorities successfully took him into custody on an active warrant for written or electronic threats to kill hours after they made initial contact.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the challenges of addressing mental health crises, especially among public figures, and the need for better support systems to prevent such escalations.

The details

According to the Plantation Police Department, officers arrived at a residence Monday night where the rapper, whose real name is Richard Maurice Colbert, was armed and barricaded. Colbert was evaluated at a local hospital as a precaution and then booked into jail. He is charged with making written or electronic threats to kill and for resisting an officer. Fans expressed concerns over Colbert's mental state as he livestreamed the standoff for hours, at one point holding up a gun and claiming he was God.

  • On Monday night, police made initial contact with Colbert at his residence.
  • Early Tuesday morning, authorities successfully took Colbert into custody.

The players

iHeartMemphis

Also known as iLoveMemphis, he is a rapper who rose to fame in 2015 with his hit song "Hit the Quan".

Plantation Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and took Colbert into custody.

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What’s next

Colbert is expected to appear before a judge to determine if he will be released on bail.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for better mental health support and crisis intervention protocols, especially for public figures who may be struggling with their well-being. It also raises questions about the role of social media and livestreaming during such sensitive situations.