Rod Wave, a popular American rapper and singer, has once again found himself in the headlines, this time for being arrested on weapons charges in 2024. Hailing from Florida, the artist is known for his unique style and has gained a significant following.
Reports from the Tampa Bay Times indicate that Rod Wave was taken into custody on April 3, 2024, in Manatee County, Florida, on two counts of illegally possessing a firearm or ammunition as a convicted felon. The arrest is said to be linked to an ongoing shooting investigation in St. Petersburg, where four individuals were hospitalized.
Following his arrest, the St. Petersburg police held a press conference to announce the apprehension of three men connected to the shooting incident, with Rod Wave included among them on weapons charges. However, his legal team has disputed the claim that he is a convicted felon.
As of the latest update, Rod Wave remains in police custody in St. Petersburg. This is not the first time the artist has had brushes with the law, as he was previously arrested in May 2022 on a felony charge of battery by strangulation.
His lawyers, Bradford Cohen and Mark Rankin, have been swift to challenge the charges against Rod Wave, arguing that he is not a convicted felon and has never been one. They expressed disappointment in the lack of thorough research done before the charges were brought against their client.
The situation surrounding the arrest of Rod Wave continues to unfold, and fans are eagerly awaiting further updates on the outcome of this legal matter.
