Fetty Wap Released From Prison 3 Years Early in Drug Trafficking Case
Fetty Wap has been released from prison.
If you didn’t know, the 34-year-old “Trap Queen” rapper, whose real name is Willie Maxwell II, was sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to federal drug conspiracy charges back in May 2023.
Initially, Fetty Wap was expected to be released from prison on March 13, 2027, however, his release date was pushed up and he was officially released on Thursday (January 8) after spending three years behind bars.
Keep reading to find out more…“I want to thank my family, friends, and fans for the love, prayers, and continued support—it truly means everything to me,” Fetty shared in a statement with Billboard. “Right now, my focus is on giving back through my community initiatives and foundation, supporting at-risk young children by expanding access to education, early tech skills, and vision care for young kids and students so they can show up as their best selves.”
He added, “I’m committed to moving forward with purpose and making a meaningful impact where it matters most.”
Fetty also confirmed the news on his Instagram Stories, simply writing, “HOME.”