Rapper Nino Paid gets arrested in Maryland; speculation on charges causes frenzy

On July 24, 2025, the U.S. Marshals arrested Nino Paid, a Maryland rapper who has been making waves in the hip-hop world. In Maryland, authorities took Jacquan Andrews, the man behind the persona of Nino Paid, into custody at age 23. As of July 25, the officials have withheld any information regarding the charges against him. The arrest, however, has been a subject of speculation as the fans, together with the music industry, seek answers.

The arrest gained attention since the U.S. Marshals were in charge. This federal law enforcement agency also apprehended high-profile suspects. The involvement of the Marshals has sparked speculative rumors of perhaps federal charges; however, no confirmations have emerged from any quarter. So far, local Maryland officials, along with the U.S. Marshals Corps, have maintained silence as to the reasons behind the arrest.

DMV rapper Nino Paid has reportedly been arrested by U.S. Marshals, though the exact charges against him have not yet been revealed. pic.twitter.com/j9wgg9rLm8

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Nino Paid’s legal history and sudden arrest spark speculation

Nino Paid, born Jacquan Andrews, is 23 years old and hails from Landover, Maryland. He was born on August 14 and began his journey in the DMV rap scene in 2022.

Nino Paid’s past legal troubles are already well-known. He spent 18 months in juvenile detention on charges of robbery and auto theft. His experiences there have influenced his music. He often writes about themes like hardship, survival, and finding redemption in his lyrics.

Hailing from Landover, Maryland, Nino Paid grabbed nationwide attention in 2023 with his hit single “Pain & Possibilities.” The song sparked major online buzz and landed him a deal with Signal Records, a label tied to Columbia Records and Sony Music. He dropped his debut album, Can’t Go Bacc, in April 2024, and followed up with his second album, Love Me as I Am, in February 2025. His spot in the 2025 XXL Freshman Class cemented his place as a rising star in rap.

News of the arrest appeared first in a post on X (known as Twitter) at 5:24 PM UTC on July 24. Later that evening, an update showed up on Instagram. The posts drew a lot of attention fast, but did not give much info about what happened or any specific charges. Right now, no solid media reports or official documents explain the nature of the case.

The unexpected arrest has sparked questions about how this could affect the rapper's career path. It is unclear if this situation is connected to his past troubles or if it's a fresh legal issue. Unless authorities share more details, rumors about Nino Paid's legal situation will keep circulating.