Pooh Shiesty Says He’s in Solitary Confinement 23 Hours Per Day: ‘Serious Psychological Risks’
The rapper's lawyers claim he's suffering in jail while awaiting trial over accusations that held Gucci Mane at gunpoint to break his record deal.
Pooh Shiesty, the rapper, has filed an emergency motion alleging he is being held in solitary confinement for 23 hours each day without a valid reason while awaiting trial on charges of allegedly threatening Gucci Mane with a gun. His legal team contends this severe restriction is unjust and against the presumption of his innocence.
According to the motion, the rapper has not been convicted of any crime and is entitled to the presumption of innocence. The lawyers note that prolonged near-total confinement can lead to heightened anxiety, depression, and difficulty concentrating. Pooh claims he is only being isolated for his own protection, but he has not been informed about the perceived threat or why this extreme measure is necessary to address it.
He was arrested in April following a January incident in Dallas where he allegedly pulled an AK-style pistol on Gucci Mane during what was supposed to be a business meeting. The alleged victim claims Shiesty forced him to say he was releasing the young rapper from a deal, during which several of Shiesty's valuables were stolen. The rapper, along with his father, Big30, and others, is facing federal charges. Their trial is set for February, with a potential maximum sentence of 30 years to life in prison.
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