50 Cent has reignited his commentary on Pooh Shiesty’s legal troubles, but this time his target isn’t the incarcerated Memphis rapper—it’s Gucci Mane.
The controversy erupted after the Department of Justice’s criminal complaint surfaced online Wednesday, revealing a section titled “Identification of the Target Suspects through Instagram.” According to the affidavit, Gucci Mane—identified by his government initials “R.D.” for Radric Delantic Davis—allegedly helped investigators identify his attackers, including Pooh Shiesty (born Lontrell Donell Williams Jr.) and fellow rapper Big30.
The document claims Gucci knew Pooh Shiesty personally by both his legal name and rap moniker, and identified him through Instagram handles. Prosecutors noted that “R.D. described Williams Jr. as wearing a black Nike brand ‘shiesty’ mask, black hooded shirt, and black pants during the offense.”
While unconfirmed, the allegations were enough for 50 Cent to take aim at the Atlanta legend. In a since-deleted Instagram post captured by No Jumper, Fif wrote: “Damn it man 👀 I thought you was smoking on Pookie Loc. Stay tuned for the next episode of only in Atlanta!”
The pointed reference harks back to Gucci’s infamous feud with Jeezy, during which Pookie Loc—an affiliate of Jeezy’s—was killed during a 2005 home invasion involving Gucci. Though murder charges were dropped due to lack of evidence, Gucci frequently boasted about the incident in his music, even referencing “smoking on Pookie Loc”—a phrase 50 Cent weaponized against him.
The DOJ alleges Pooh Shiesty orchestrated an “armed takeover” at a Dallas recording studio on January 10, 2026, luring victims under the pretense of contract discussions with Gucci’s 1017 Global Music label. The complaint describes a coordinated robbery involving eight co-conspirators where one victim was allegedly choked to near unconsciousness.
If convicted, Pooh Shiesty faces up to life in prison. Meanwhile, 50 Cent continues questioning Gucci’s street credibility as the investigation unfolds—adding another chapter to hip-hop’s complex relationship with law enforcement cooperation.
