MINNESOTA, USA — Liberian musician and content creator Johnny Abratee Hollywood, popularly known for his viral single “Una My Equ” and his TikTok contents with the slang “You going there?”, has been arrested in Minnesota in connection with a robbery case.
Hollywood, 32, was arrested on August 3, 2026, at about 12:43 p.m. by the Minneapolis Police Department in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and booked into the Hennepin County Jail, where he remains in custody.
According to the booking information provided, Hollywood faces a felony simple robbery charge under Minnesota Statute § 609.24, along with an aggravated robbery allegation under Minnesota Statute § 609.245.
Authorities allege that Hollywood was involved in a robbery, although the available booking information does not provide specific details about the incident or explain what allegedly occurred.
His bail was reportedly set at US$40,000 bond with conditions.
Court Appearance Scheduled for August 5
Hollywood’s first court appearance was scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the downtown Minneapolis courthouse.
However, as of the latest available information, a publicly accessible record confirming the outcome of that hearing has not been located. Searches of available online court information have not produced evidence showing that Hollywood was convicted, sentenced to eight years, released, or had the charges dismissed.
Minnesota court-record procedures also limit public online access to certain pending criminal cases, meaning the absence of an online hearing result does not necessarily indicate that no court proceeding took place.
The initial appearance would generally address preliminary matters in the criminal case, which can include the charges, bail or conditions of release, legal representation and scheduling of future proceedings. An initial court appearance should not be confused with a sentencing hearing.
Eight-Year Sentence Claim Not Confirmed
Reports circulating on social media have claimed that Hollywood has been sentenced to eight years in prison, sparking shock and reactions among Liberians familiar with the content creator.
However, the arrest information currently available does not establish that an eight-year prison sentence has been imposed.
Based on the records currently accessible, the confirmed development is that Hollywood was arrested and booked on robbery-related charges and had a court appearance scheduled for August 5.
Any claim that he has already received an eight-year sentence should therefore be treated cautiously until an official sentencing order or court record confirms it.
Hollywood remains presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
Geez Liberia will continue to follow the case as additional court information becomes available.
