Musician Wilson Radido, popularly known as Willy Paul is expected to be arraigned following his arrest yesterday
Willy Paul was arrested on cyberbullying charges, according to Caroline Giseve, a lawyer who represents musician Diana Bahati.
The saga traces back to 2021 when Willy Paul made online claims about being romantically involved with musician Diana before her marriage to fellow artist Bahati.
Despite numerous summons, Willy Paul failed to appear, prompting legal action.
His lawyer, Caroline Giseve, confirmed that investigations led to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions authorizing his arrest.
“Investigations were conducted, and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions authorized Willy Paul’s arrest,” Giseve stated. “Despite numerous summonses, Willy Paul failed to appear, leading to his arrest on Monday morning.”
In a series of concerning posts on March 4, Pozee, as he is popularly known, expressed fear for his safety, placing blame on the police and alleging false accusations.
Willy Paul painted a picture of imminent danger, alleging that the police officers outside his residence intended to harm him.
He conveyed a plea for support and vigilance from his audience, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
“I’ve been told that there are police officers outside my house syotani Villas waiting for me saying I knocked someone and ran away, they want to kill me!!! The same thing hapened last year. If something happens to me you mjue ni watu wamevaa uniform and they’re outside my house right now!!” he wrote.
