Feds Crack Pooh Shiesty Robbery Case Using Social Media Posts

Rapper and 8 others accused of robbing Gucci Mane at Dallas recording studio

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:35pm

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An extreme close-up of a shattered Rolex watch face reflecting a bright flash of light, conceptually illustrating the violent robbery of valuable jewelry.Social media posts exposing stolen jewelry helped federal agents crack a high-profile robbery case involving rappers Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane.Dallas Today

Federal prosecutors say Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty and eight others allegedly robbed and kidnapped fellow hip-hop star Gucci Mane and other industry professionals at a Dallas recording studio earlier this year. Authorities were able to crack the case by combing through social media posts, surveillance footage, and Greyhound bus records.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing role of social media evidence in solving high-profile crimes, especially those involving celebrities and the music industry. It also raises questions about the use of violence and intimidation tactics to resolve business disputes in the entertainment world.

The details

According to prosecutors, the crime stemmed from a dispute over a recording contract with Gucci Mane's label 1017 Records. Pooh Shiesty, whose real name is Lontrell Williams Jr., wanted out of his contract and allegedly robbed Gucci Mane at gunpoint along with the help of Memphis rapper Big30, whose real name is Rodney Wright, Jr. The victims were robbed of Rolex watches, jewelry, cash, and other valuables, and one person was choked to the point of near unconsciousness.

  • On January 10, the alleged robbery and kidnapping took place at a Dallas recording studio.
  • On April 1, federal agents arrested eight suspects in raids across Dallas, Memphis, and Nashville.
  • On April 2, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Dallas announced details on the case.

The players

Pooh Shiesty

A Memphis rapper whose real name is Lontrell Williams Jr. He is accused of orchestrating the robbery and kidnapping at the Dallas recording studio.

Big30

A Memphis drill rapper whose real name is Rodney Wright, Jr. He is accused of helping Pooh Shiesty carry out the robbery.

Gucci Mane

A hip-hop star whose real name is Radric Davis. He was one of the victims of the alleged robbery and kidnapping.

Ryan Raybould

The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas who announced details on the case.

Terrence Rodgers

A suspect who remains at large.

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What they’re saying

“Instead of discussing business in a civil matter, the defendants resorted to violence and intimidation to achieve their purported business objectives.”

— Ryan Raybould, U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas

What’s next

Prosecutors say all of the suspects face up to life in prison if convicted as charged. The ninth suspect, Terrence Rodgers, remains at large.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing role of social media evidence in solving high-profile crimes, especially those involving celebrities and the music industry. It also raises concerns about the use of violence and intimidation tactics to resolve business disputes in the entertainment world.