Soulja Boy arrested on suspicion of weapons charges
Soulja Boy arrested on suspicion of weapons charges
He was arrested during a traffic stop on suspicion of possession of a firearm while being a felon.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is factually accurate. Multiple sources confirm the arrest of Soulja Boy on suspicion of weapons charges during a traffic stop. There is no discernible bias in the reporting.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: Soulja Boy was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm while being a felon.
- Verification Source #1: Confirms he was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm while being a felon.
- Verification Source #2: Confirms he was arrested on suspicion of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.
- Verification Source #5: Confirms he was arrested on suspicion of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.
- Assessment: Supported
- Claim: The arrest occurred during a traffic stop.
- Verification Source #2: Confirms the arrest followed a traffic stop.
- Verification Source #3: Confirms the arrest occurred after LAPD officers found a firearm during a traffic stop.
- Verification Source #4: Confirms the arrest occurred during a traffic stop.
- Assessment: Supported
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- CBS News: The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed he was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm while being a felon.
- CNN: Soulja Boy was arrested early Sunday following a traffic stop on suspicion of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.