Gucci’s Kidnapping Lasted About An 1 Hour, Here’s What Happened
Gucci Mane’s January 10 encounter with Pooh Shiesty and his team in Dallas sounds straight out of a movie. In accordance with the criminal criticism, the victims—including Gucci, his head of security, one other guard, and two other victims—reportedly flew into town for a “business meeting.” Pooh called the meeting to request release from his 2021 contract. Gucci and his people arrived on the studio at 1:45 p.m., but after realizing it was closed, they traveled to a liquor store, grabbing liquor and cups. The owner opened the studio around 3:15 p.m., after Pooh Shiesty’s dad made contact, attempting to book a session for Gucci and Pooh.
Surveillance shows Pooh’s dad outside at 3:27 p.m. on the phone, and entering the constructing about one minute later. A studio worker arrived at about 3:39 p.m. Pooh and his dad were standing outside. A few minutes later, at 3:43 p.m., the dad, son, and 7 others accused within the criminal criticism walked into the constructing. Certainly one of the accused left and got here back with a bag over his shoulder. Then, all of them went to the control room, where Gucci and two victims were watching a football game. Head of security was within the studio lobby, and the opposite guard was in Gucci’s vehicle.
Gucci and two others allegedly overheard Pooh Shiesty talking on his cellphone—possibly with a probation or parole officer. He allegedly claimed he had permission to be out for “rec time,” though he was promptly told to return immediately. Pooh, who was wearing an ankle monitor, agreed.
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Gucci suggested they reschedule the studio session, and Pooh Shiesty asked to talk to him privately within the attached recording room. Gucci agreed, entering the room alongside Pooh’s father, Lontrell Williams Sr., and rapper Big30. Meanwhile, the opposite victims stayed behind within the control room with six more crew members, still watching the sport.
Within the recording room, Pooh Shiesty pulled out the contract release and told Gucci Mane to sign them. He refused, and amid an argument, Pooh told Big30 to get his bag. When Big30 returned, Pooh allegedly pulled out and pointed an AK-style pistol at Gucci. Big 30 allegedly recording Gucci signing the papers and being forced to say Pooh Shiesty is “released.” After Gucci signed, Pooh took his wedding ring, watch, earrings and money. He then forced the rapper so as to add the date on the contract at his father’s suggestion.
As Pooh, his dad, Big 30, and Gucci walked out of the recording room, the opposite crew members blocked exits and held the remaining victims at gunpoint. They stole watches, jewelry, and money. The nine accused left the constructing at around 4:48 p.m.