Pooh Shiesty will remain in federal custody after a Texas judge denied the rapper's second request for pretrial release in his high-profile kidnapping and extortion case involving Gucci Mane.

The Memphis rapper, whose legal name is Lontrell Williams Jr., is accused of forcing Gucci Mane to terminate a recording contract at gunpoint during an alleged confrontation earlier this year.

During Tuesday's detention hearing, U.S. District Judge David Godbey ruled that Pooh Shiesty failed to prove he could be safely released while awaiting trial.

"There is no condition or combination of conditions that would protect the public," Judge Godbey said, describing the rapper as "a dangerous person."

As a result, Williams will remain in federal custody until his scheduled trial in February 2027.

Pooh Shiesty's legal team proposed an extensive supervision plan in an effort to secure his release.

The proposal included 24-hour private security monitoring provided by Houston-based PPI Security, with estimated costs reaching $700,000.

The firm's chief investigator testified that the monitoring would provide around-the-clock supervision and immediately report any violations to authorities. Despite the proposal, the judge determined the plan was insufficient to address public safety concerns.

Federal prosecutors argued that Williams allegedly committed the offenses while serving a term of supervised release following his 2022 federal firearms conspiracy conviction.

According to prosecutors, previous court supervision failed to prevent the alleged criminal conduct, supporting their request that the rapper remain detained pending trial.

According to the federal indictment, Pooh Shiesty allegedly arranged a meeting with Gucci Mane, whose legal name is Radric Davis, at a Dallas recording studio in January 2026 under the guise of discussing business.

Prosecutors allege Williams displayed an AK-style Draco pistol during the meeting and forced Gucci Mane to release him from his recording agreement with The New 1017 Records.

Court documents further claim fellow Memphis rapper Big30 recorded part of the encounter, with prosecutors alleging the video captured Gucci Mane verbally ending the contract.

Federal prosecutors also allege Pooh Shiesty obtained unauthorized travel approvals from a former community supervision officer who was later dismissed.

They argue those alleged violations further demonstrate why the rapper should remain in custody while awaiting trial.

Pooh Shiesty has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

His federal trial is currently scheduled to begin on February 22, 2027, and he will remain behind bars until proceedings begin unless a future court ruling changes his detention status.

The case continues to draw significant attention due to the serious allegations involving one of hip-hop's most recognizable figures, Gucci Mane.