Suspected weapons infraction leads to Soulja Boy's apprehension during a vehicle stop
Soulja Boy Arrested in Los Angeles on Suspicion of Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Rapper Soulja Boy, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, was arrested early on August 3, 2025, in Los Angeles on suspicion of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. The arrest took place following a traffic stop in the Fairfax District near Melrose and North Genesee avenues.
According to reports, Soulja Boy was a passenger in the vehicle where police found a gun, which led to his arrest around 2:30–2:50 a.m. He was subsequently booked into the LAPD's Wilshire Division jail on a felony weapons charge.
However, in the days following his arrest, the Los Angeles District Attorney declined to file charges against Soulja Boy due to insufficient evidence. It is not yet clear what specifically prompted the traffic stop, and no further details about the firearm or evidence have been publicly released.
This arrest marks Soulja Boy's second involving firearms; he was previously arrested in December 2016 for gun possession while on probation, which led to five years probation and community service.
In addition to his legal troubles related to firearms, Soulja Boy has faced other legal issues. In a 2023 civil case, a jury awarded a woman $235,900 in damages following allegations of assault at a 2019 party. Soulja Boy has denied these allegations.
Here is a summary of the latest verified information regarding Soulja Boy’s arrest and its legal aftermath:
- Arrest date: August 3, 2025, around 2:30–2:50 a.m.
- Location: Fairfax District, Los Angeles, near Melrose & Genesee
- Charge: Felon in possession of a firearm (traffic stop)
- Outcome: No charges filed by DA (insufficient evidence)
- Previous firearm arrest: December 2016 (pleaded no contest, probation imposed)
- Other legal matters: 2023 civil case with $235,900 punitive damages for alleged assault
This news article is based on verified information from The Associated Press and other reputable sources. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to official law enforcement and court records.
With the latest arrest of Soulja Boy in Los Angeles, the entertainment industry and general news outlets are abuzz with updates. This arrest, on suspicion of being a felon in possession of a firearm, comes five years after his previous gun-related arrest in 2016. Meanwhile, the Crime and Justice section of various media platforms is also discussing Soulja Boy's legal troubles, which include a 2023 civil case where he was ordered to pay $235,900 in damages for alleged assault.
