Gucci Mane Held at Gunpoint in Dallas Music Studio Confrontation

Two rappers charged with kidnapping after forcing Gucci Mane to release an artist from his record label

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:08am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shiny metal handgun magazine against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the violent armed confrontation between rappers over a music contract.A confrontation over a music contract leads to a violent armed robbery, exposing the dangers faced by high-profile artists in the industry.Dallas Today

Gucci Mane, the renowned Atlanta rapper, was held at gunpoint in January at a Dallas music studio by two other rappers - Pooh Shiesty and Big30. The confrontation resulted in Gucci Mane being forced to release Pooh Shiesty from his record label and having personal items stolen from him.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential for violence and criminal activity within the music industry, where disputes over contracts and creative control can escalate. It also raises concerns about the safety of high-profile artists and the need for better security measures in recording studios and other music industry spaces.

The details

According to the FBI affidavit, Pooh Shiesty, whose real name is Lontrell Williams Jr., angrily confronted Gucci Mane over the terms of his record contract and pointed what appeared to be an AK-style pistol at him after Gucci Mane refused to release him from the contract. Another rapper, Big30 (Rodney Wright Jr.), brought the weapon that Pooh Shiesty used. Gucci Mane, along with two other victims, were held and robbed, with Pooh Shiesty taking Gucci Mane's wedding ring, watch, earrings, and cash.

  • The incident occurred on January 10, 2026 at a music studio on Dallas Parkway.

The players

Gucci Mane

A renowned Atlanta rapper who has collaborated with many high-profile artists. He was the victim of the confrontation and was forced to release Pooh Shiesty from his record label.

Pooh Shiesty

A 26-year-old rapper, whose real name is Lontrell Williams Jr., who was charged with kidnapping for his role in the confrontation with Gucci Mane.

Big30

A 26-year-old rapper, whose real name is Rodney Wright Jr., who was also charged with kidnapping for bringing the weapon used by Pooh Shiesty in the confrontation.

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What’s next

The nine men charged, including Pooh Shiesty and Big30, will face trial on the kidnapping charges, which carry a maximum sentence of life in prison.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the potential for violence and criminal activity within the music industry, where disputes over contracts and creative control can escalate. It also raises concerns about the safety of high-profile artists and the need for better security measures in recording studios and other music industry spaces.