Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Rapper Rod Wave Arrested on Drug, Weapon Charges After Grammy Nomination
A popular rapper named Rod Wave, whose real name is Rodarius Green, was arrested in Atlanta.
This happened on a Friday, which was also the same day he got his very first nomination for a Grammy award for his song 'Sinners.'
He is 27 years old and faces several charges, including having a gun during a serious crime and possessing certain drugs, along with reckless driving.
His lawyers say he was treated unfairly and that his rights were violated during the arrest.
Rod Wave was able to get out of jail the next day after paying $8,000 for a bond.
This arrest comes at a busy time for the rapper, as he is also preparing for a big concert tour.
It's noted that this isn't his first time having legal troubles, as he's had other arrests in the past.
Rapper Rod Wave (Rodarius Green), 27, was arrested in Atlanta on Friday, November 7.
The arrest occurred on the same day he received his first Grammy nomination for his song 'Sinners'.
Charges include possession of a firearm during a felony, reckless driving, and possession of Schedule II and V controlled substances.
Rod Wave was released on Saturday, November 8, after posting an $8,000 bond.
His legal team claims he was unjustly profiled and unlawfully arrested, calling it a violation of his rights.
- Who
- Rapper Rod Wave (Rodarius Green), age 27
- What
- Arrested on multiple drug and weapon charges, released on $8,000 bond.
- When
- Friday, November 7, hours after receiving his first Grammy nomination for 'Sinners'. Released Saturday, November 8.
- Where
- Atlanta
- Why
- Charged with possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of or attempt at a felony, possession of Schedule II controlled substance, possession of Schedule V controlled substance, and reckless driving.
Rod Wave's Legal Team
Atlanta Police Department / Prosecution
Nature of Arrest
Rod Wave's Legal Team
Rod Wave was unjustly profiled and unlawfully arrested, a clear violation of his rights, allegedly due to the controversial Crime Suppression Unit.
Atlanta Police Department / Prosecution
Charged with possession of a firearm during a felony, possession of controlled substances (Schedule II and V), and reckless driving.
- Artist Name
- Rod Wave
- Real Name
- Rodarius Green
- Age
- 27
- Date of Arrest
- Friday, November 7
- Location of Arrest
- Atlanta
- Charges
- Possession of firearm/knife during felony, possession of Schedule II controlled substance, possession of Schedule V controlled substance, reckless driving
- Bond Amount
- $8,000
