Introduction to Soulja Boy’s Arrest
Soulja Boy, whose real name is Deandre Cortez Way, was arrested on Sunday, as confirmed by the Wilshire Division of the Los Angeles police. The arrest occurred after a traffic stop in the Genesee and Melrose area, where Soulja Boy was identified as a passenger in the vehicle. He was subsequently arrested for possessing a firearm.
Details of the Arrest
At around 2:30 a.m., the Wilshire officials carried out the traffic stop, and during the examination, Soulja Boy was found to be in possession of a firearm. However, it is not known what prompted the police to stop the vehicle or who else was in the car with the rapper. The recent arrest took place after Soulja Boy was found liable for sexually assaulting, physically and emotionally abusing a former assistant in April.
Previous Allegations and Verdict
The verdict was made after a three-week trial took place in Santa Monica. Soulja Boy was found liable for bodily harm, sexual battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The Los Angeles jurors did not find him liable for false imprisonment and other allegations. As a result, Soulja Boy was ordered to pay the victim $4 million in damages and an additional $250,000 in punitive damages.
Reaction to the Verdict
The verdict has been seen as a step towards justice for the victims of Soulja Boy and other victims of the music industry. According to The Associated Press, "Today’s verdict is only the beginning of justice for the victims of Soulja Boy and other victims of the music industry."
Background on the Allegations
In her 2021 complaint, the woman claimed that she worked for Soulja Boy in 2018, where she was supposed to be paid $500 a week for cleaning his house, cooking for him, and other personal tasks. However, she claimed that she was never paid for her work. The two were romantically involved, and she claimed in the lawsuit that he started to abuse her, rape her, and threaten her with violence and death.
Soulja Boy’s Music Career
Soulja Boy is best known for his single "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" from 2007. The song was commercially successful and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Additionally, the song earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Song. Despite his successful music career, Soulja Boy’s personal life has been marred by allegations of abuse and violence.
