US rapper Soulja Boy, real name DeAndre Cortez Way, was arrested in Los Angeles on August 3, 2025, on suspicion of illegal firearm possession, according to CBS News. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) reported that officers stopped a vehicle in the Melrose neighborhood at 2:35 AM, finding the 35-year-old, a passenger, allegedly carrying a firearm as a convicted felon.
Known for his 2007 hit Crank That (Soulja Boy), which sparked a viral dance trend, the rapper faces serious charges tied to his prior felony record. This arrest follows a separate April 2025 civil case where Soulja Boy was ordered to pay $4.25 million for sexual battery and assault, as reported by Billboard. The lawsuit claimed abuse during his relationship with a former assistant, which he denied, asserting it was consensual.
The Soulja Boy arrest has sparked widespread attention. Stay updated on the latest developments in this high-profile case and its impact on the rapper’s career!
