Rapper OJ Da Juiceman Arrested Again After Allegedly Pointing Gun at Georgia State Trooper

The trap artist was recently released from jail but now faces felony assault and firearm charges.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:51am

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Rapper OJ da Juiceman has been arrested again after allegedly pointing a gun at a Georgia State Patrol officer during a January incident on Interstate 20 in Atlanta. He was charged with 10 offenses, including felony counts of aggravated assault on a public safety officer and possession of a firearm during a felony. The rapper was recently released from jail but is expected to face more time behind bars.

Why it matters

This is the latest in a string of legal troubles for OJ da Juiceman, a prominent figure in the Atlanta trap music scene. The incident raises concerns about public safety and the use of firearms, especially involving law enforcement, and highlights the challenges some celebrities face with the criminal justice system.

The details

According to the Georgia State Patrol, the incident occurred in January when a trooper alleged that OJ da Juiceman had tailgated and honked at him while he was merging into the HOV lane on Interstate 20 East in Atlanta. The rapper then allegedly passed the trooper, pulled a black handgun towards him, and sped away through traffic. The trooper caught up to the rapper and claims he pulled the gun on him a second time before fleeing. Cops later identified the rapper and a Nissan Altima connected to him, leading to an arrest warrant being issued.

  • The alleged incident occurred in January 2026.
  • OJ da Juiceman was recently released from jail prior to this latest arrest.

The players

OJ da Juiceman

A prominent Atlanta-based trap rapper with a history of legal troubles, including a previous arrest in 2022 for possession of a handgun by a convicted felon, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Georgia State Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that was involved in the incident with OJ da Juiceman and has charged him with multiple offenses, including felony assault and firearm charges.

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What they’re saying

“OJ da Juiceman has the highest regard for law enforcement.”

— Rueben Wood, OJ da Juiceman's manager

What’s next

The judge will decide whether to grant OJ da Juiceman bail as he awaits trial on the felony charges.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing legal troubles and public safety concerns surrounding OJ da Juiceman, a prominent figure in the Atlanta trap music scene. It raises questions about the use of firearms, especially in confrontations with law enforcement, and the challenges some celebrities face with the criminal justice system.