Well-known Memphis rapper BlocBoy JB has been detained by deputies in Shelby County, according to officials.
Shelby County Sheriff’s deputies said James Baker, 22 – better known by his rap name BlocBoy JB – was detained Thursday around 5 p.m. near Shelby Drive and Forest Hill Irene Road.
At this point, investigators have not released why the rapper has been detained – or if he will be arrested and face charges.
The incident comes just days before BlocBoy JB was scheduled to perform at the Beale Street Music Festival on Friday night.