Rapper Fetty Wap, whose real name is Willie Junior Maxwell II, has been released early from federal prison in the US, more than two years before his scheduled release date. According to reports, Fetty Wap was sentenced to six years in prison and five years of post-release supervision for conspiracy to distribute cocaine in May 2023.
However, in a surprising move, Fetty Wap's release from the Federal Correctional Institution in Sandstone, Minnesota, has been accelerated. He was transferred to community confinement on January 7, 2026, under the supervision of the Philadelphia Residential Reentry Management Office.
The conditions of his transfer are not clear, but sources close to the rapper indicate that he is now under home confinement, with his publicist confirming this information to CNN. The projected release date for Fetty Wap has been pushed forward to November 8, according to law enforcement officials.
In a statement released by his team, Fetty Wap expressed gratitude to his family, friends, and fans for their continued support during his incarceration. He also hinted at his plans to give back to the community through initiatives aimed at supporting at-risk young children, particularly in access to education and early tech skills.
When asked about Fetty Wap's mental state during an interview with CNN, his publicist Abesi Manyando described him as being "in a focused, grounded place" with priorities centered around family, music, and community service. Manyando also noted that Fetty Wap had gained a deeper clarity during his incarceration regarding the importance of creating pathways for long-term success, particularly for at-risk youth.
Fetty Wap's release from federal prison comes after he was arrested in New York City in 2021 on charges related to cocaine trafficking. He pleaded not guilty initially but later pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess and distribute cocaine in August 2022.
However, in a surprising move, Fetty Wap's release from the Federal Correctional Institution in Sandstone, Minnesota, has been accelerated. He was transferred to community confinement on January 7, 2026, under the supervision of the Philadelphia Residential Reentry Management Office.
The conditions of his transfer are not clear, but sources close to the rapper indicate that he is now under home confinement, with his publicist confirming this information to CNN. The projected release date for Fetty Wap has been pushed forward to November 8, according to law enforcement officials.
In a statement released by his team, Fetty Wap expressed gratitude to his family, friends, and fans for their continued support during his incarceration. He also hinted at his plans to give back to the community through initiatives aimed at supporting at-risk young children, particularly in access to education and early tech skills.
When asked about Fetty Wap's mental state during an interview with CNN, his publicist Abesi Manyando described him as being "in a focused, grounded place" with priorities centered around family, music, and community service. Manyando also noted that Fetty Wap had gained a deeper clarity during his incarceration regarding the importance of creating pathways for long-term success, particularly for at-risk youth.
Fetty Wap's release from federal prison comes after he was arrested in New York City in 2021 on charges related to cocaine trafficking. He pleaded not guilty initially but later pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess and distribute cocaine in August 2022.
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! Two years early? That's like a blessing from above 
. I'm glad he's getting to spend more time with his loved ones and focus on music again 
. His commitment to giving back to the community by supporting at-risk young kids is really admirable 
. It's great that he's taking this opportunity to make a positive impact, especially since he went through some tough times in prison 
. Now he can use his platform for good and spread some positivity 
. November 8th can't come soon enough! Let's see what new music he has cooking in the lab 
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Fetty Wap getting out early is like, a whole thing fam... I mean, six years in the pokey for some coke moves? That's a big deal, right? But at the same time, it's not like he didn't see this coming. He was basically saying sorry to everyone and acknowledging that he messed up. And now, instead of being locked down for another year, he gets to serve his time in the comfort of his own home. It's like, he got a second chance. I guess what I'm trying to say is, if he wants to use this opportunity to give back to his community and help out some kids, that's dope. He can be a role model or something. Maybe it's time for him to turn over a new leaf and make amends... not just musically, but in real life too 
anyway, glad he's getting a second chance, hope he uses it wisely 
and actually gives back to the community as he claims 
Guess the system worked for him? 
Not sure if I'd be all about this 'community service' vibe, tho... 
. Hope he's got his priorities straight though 
. But hey, I guess everyone deserves a second chance, right? 
Still, it's interesting to see how his team spin this - 'focused, grounded place' and all that jazz 
. Anyway, it'll be cool to see what initiatives he gets up to now... giving back to the community is always a good vibe 
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he got released from prison early & now he's focusin on givin back to the community, which imo is pretty cool 
. ppl need 2 give him a break, hes tryna make a positive impact 
, i mean, six years is a long time for prison lol. think of all the books we have to read in school now... anywayz, its actually kinda cool that he wanna use his platform to help kids and stuff 
. maybe he can even get a gig at our school's talent show 
I'm rooting for him big time! 
. dont get me wrong, i feel bad for fetty wap and his family, but can we talk about the bigger picture here? is this just a publicity stunt to get him back in the game ASAP 
he seems like a reformed man now, focusing on giving back to the community and supporting at-risk youth 
that's really inspiring, hope he can make a positive impact 
It feels like a PR stunt to me... and what's really going on behind closed doors? Is he just looking for ways to boost his music career again? 
. I mean, think about it, Fetty Wap has served over two years of his six-year sentence already, which raises questions about the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs within the prison system 
. It's about time we start investing in programs that support at-risk youth, providing them with the skills and resources they need to succeed outside of prison 
. We need more stories like this to challenge our assumptions about crime, punishment, and rehabilitation