Rapper Rod Wave was arrested in Georgia on multiple charges, including assault and firearm possession. His legal team asserts his innocence, claiming he was the victim of a burglary.
Rod Wave Arrested on Multiple Charges in Georgia; Legal Team Asserts Innocence
Rodarius Marcell Green, widely known by his stage name Rod Wave, was arrested on May 20, 2025, in Fulton County, Georgia. The 26-year-old rapper faces 14 charges, including aggravated assault, firearm possession, criminal damage to property, and conspiracy to commit a felony. These charges stem from an incident on April 21 in Milton, Georgia, where authorities responded to a reported domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, police discovered luxury vehicles with bullet holes and signs of a break-in at the residence, including a dragged and emptied safe.
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Rod Wave’s legal team contends that he was the victim of a burglary and maintains his innocence. His attorneys assert that the charges are baseless and anticipate a favorable resolution.
This arrest follows Rod Wave’s announcement in January 2025 of a hiatus from music, during which he postponed a performance in Nashville shortly before it was set to begin.
Rod Wave has previously faced legal issues. In 2022, he was arrested on a domestic battery charge, which was later dropped due to insufficient evidence. In 2024, he faced a firearm possession charge, which his attorneys disputed, stating he was not a convicted felon.
Known for his soulful blend of hip hop and R&B, Rod Wave has released multiple platinum singles and Billboard-topping albums, including Ghetto Gospel (2019), Pray 4 Love (2020), and Last Lap (2024).
As the legal proceedings unfold, fans and industry observers await further developments regarding the charges against Rod Wave.
