Soulja Boy Faces Arrest Over Weapon Suspicions in Los Angeles

Soulja Boy, a prominent figure in music, has been embroiled in controversy after being arrested for purported weapons possession while facing a significant civil case related to sexual abuse claims.

In a surprising turn of events, famous rapper Soulja Boy, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, found himself in legal troubles as he was arrested on Sunday morning on weapon-related suspicions. Law enforcement officials from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed to CBS News that the artist was apprehended at around 2:35 AM local time in the bustling Melrose neighborhood of Los Angeles.

The incident arose following a traffic stop where authorities allegedly discovered Soulja Boy, a passenger in the vehicle, in possession of a firearm. The 35-year-old artist is now facing charges related to possession of a firearm as a convicted felon, reigniting discussions about his past legal issues.

Soulja Boy, in the limelight since his 2007 hit "Crank That (Soulja Boy)," which became a viral dance phenomenon, has also been in the headlines earlier this year for a serious civil case. In April, a jury ordered him to pay $4.25 million to a woman who accused him of sexual battery and abuse. The woman, who remained unnamed, alleged that he regularly assaulted her and even confined her against her will during their time together, an assertion Way denied, stating their relationship was consensual. Despite his defense, the court found him liable for sexual battery, assault, and gender violence.

As news of his recent arrest unfolds, Soulja Boy has yet to provide a public comment through his representatives, who have been contacted by various media outlets, including CBS News. The complex layers of his legal challenges continue to attract media scrutiny, leaving fans and the public eager for more updates.