Pooh Shiesty's Lawyer Claims Significant Gap Between FBI Statements and Evidence

Attorney says they are reviewing issues ahead of bond hearing for rapper and co-defendants.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:38am

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Pooh Shiesty's lawyer, Bradford Cohen, has released a statement claiming there is a 'significant gap' between the statements made by the government and the actual evidence in the case against the rapper and several co-defendants. Pooh Shiesty, his father, Big30 and six others are accused of kidnapping and robbing Gucci Mane after Pooh set up a meeting to discuss his recording contract. Cohen says they are reviewing the issues in anticipation of Pooh's bond hearing.

Why it matters

This case highlights the complexities of federal criminal cases involving high-profile rappers and the importance of closely examining the evidence presented by prosecutors. Pooh Shiesty's lawyer's statement suggests there may be discrepancies between the government's claims and the actual evidence, which could impact the outcome of the case.

The details

According to the FBI, the evidence against Pooh Shiesty and his co-defendants includes electronic monitoring data, cell phone records, rental car records, surveillance footage, fingerprints, and social media posts. However, Pooh Shiesty's lawyer claims there is a 'significant gap' between the statements made by the government and the actual evidence. The defendants are federally charged with kidnapping and conspiracy to commit kidnapping, which carry a potential sentence of up to life in prison if convicted.

  • On Monday (April 6), Bradford Cohen, the rapper's legal counsel, provided a statement regarding the alleged evidence against Pooh Shiesty.
  • Pooh Shiesty, his father, Big30 and six other co-conspirators are accused of kidnapping and robbing Gucci Mane after Pooh set up a meeting to discuss his recording contract.

The players

Pooh Shiesty

A rapper, born Lontrell Williams Jr., who is accused of kidnapping and robbing Gucci Mane along with several co-defendants.

Bradford Cohen

The attorney representing Pooh Shiesty in the case.

Gucci Mane

A rapper who was allegedly kidnapped and robbed by Pooh Shiesty and his co-defendants.

Big30

One of Pooh Shiesty's co-defendants, accused of barricading the door during the alleged robbery and kidnapping.

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What they’re saying

“We are still evaluating the alleged evidence against Mr. Williams, Jr. at this time. After the bond hearing on Mr. Williams Sr. and the testimony we reviewed, it appears that there is a significant gap in the statements made by the government and the actual evidence. As such, we have been reviewing those issues in anticipation of Mr. Williams, Jr. bond hearing.”

— Bradford Cohen, Pooh Shiesty's attorney

What’s next

Pooh Shiesty's bond hearing is upcoming, where his lawyer plans to further address the discrepancies between the government's claims and the actual evidence.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of closely examining the evidence presented by prosecutors, especially in high-profile criminal cases involving celebrities. Pooh Shiesty's lawyer's statement suggests there may be issues with the government's case that could impact the outcome for the rapper and his co-defendants.