Federal prosecutors have stepped back into court with a new filing aimed at keeping Pooh Shiesty in custody as his federal case continues to move toward trial. The submission is dated Wednesday, June 24. It comes as the rapper—alongside his father, Lontrell Williams Sr.; fellow Memphis artist Big30; and several co-defendants—faces allegations tied to robbery and kidnapping connected to Gucci Mane. The government’s position remains unchanged. Shiesty should not be released while proceedings are still unfolding.
A central piece of the latest filing is a letter submitted to the court by an individual identified as “C.W.,” described as a retired law enforcement officer and one of the people prosecutors consider a victim in the case. In his statement, C.W. asks the judge to deny bond. He points to fears about personal safety and the possibility of retaliation if Shiesty were released. Prosecutors included the letter as supporting material for their argument against pretrial release.
Victim cites safety fears; prosecutors cite supervision breach
C.W. writes that his prior work in law enforcement heightens those concerns. This is particularly true given his belief that Shiesty is aware of his background. “Out of all the victims involved in this case, I am the only one who lives in Texas, and I am extremely fearful of [Pooh Shiesty’s] ability to reach me or my family if he is granted bond,” the letter states. He also describes what he views as a broader risk tied to the circumstances of the case. In addition, he mentions the defendant’s alleged conduct while under supervision.
Beyond the letter, prosecutors also reiterated claims that the alleged offenses occurred while Shiesty was already under government monitoring. They further argue that the conditions described in court filings justify continued detention as the case progresses. The trial is currently scheduled for February 2027. Additional filings, evidence, and testimony are expected to surface in the months ahead as both sides prepare their arguments.
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