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Williams Forces Gucci Mane at Gunpoint to Release Shiesty.

7/2/2026

Summary

Story summary

Prosecutors allege Williams used a “Draco” rifle and forced Gucci Mane to sign Pooh Shiesty’s release at gunpoint on Jan 10.
A video shows the armed man as Gucci Mane announces Pooh Shiesty’s release in a Dallas studio.
Officials say Shiesty broke home-detention by using alcohol, drugs and fake passes, prompting the supervisor’s termination.
Williams is also accused of stealing $450,000 in jewelry and drunk driving after the kidnapping, cited as further violations.

History

Historical Context

President Bill Clinton signed the Federal Assault Weapons Ban on September 13, 1994, banning semi-automatic rifles and magazines over ten rounds. The ten-year sunset let it expire on September 13, 2004, after which Draco-style rifles surged; the ATF logged about 1,000 entering the U.S. by 2022. Dallas rapper Williams brandished a Draco to force Gucci Mane, echoing the ban’s aim to curb firearm intimidation in music.

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Story summary

Prosecutors allege Williams used a “Draco” rifle and forced Gucci Mane to sign Pooh Shiesty’s release at gunpoint on Jan 10.
A video shows the armed man as Gucci Mane announces Pooh Shiesty’s release in a Dallas studio.
Officials say Shiesty broke home-detention by using alcohol, drugs and fake passes, prompting the supervisor’s termination.
Williams is also accused of stealing $450,000 in jewelry and drunk driving after the kidnapping, cited as further violations.

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