CoolKicks founder Adeel Shams has been arrested following a raid conducted by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). Eyewitness accounts and jail records confirm this development, which has captured public attention.
LAPD Raid Leads to Arrest of Adeel Shams
The arrest was initially reported by sneaker industry insider HORHEAD_Sales on X. This news was quickly corroborated on Reddit, where users shared a video showing the abrupt termination of a CoolKicks live stream on Whatnot during the raid.
Details of the Arrest
Adeel Shams, age 33, was booked on Thursday, October 2, by the LAPD’s BUNCO/Forgery Division. He faces felony charges related to alleged fraud. The incident took place around 4:45 p.m. local time, and Shams’s booking was recorded at 6:32 p.m. the same day.
According to the Los Angeles County Inmate Information Center, no bail was set for Shams. However, he was released on his own recognizance (OR) on Friday, October 3, pending trial.
Upcoming Court Appearance
Shams is scheduled to appear in court for a hearing on Thursday, October 23. The proceedings will take place at the Los Angeles Superior Court, Department 30.
- Arrest Date: October 2, 2023
- Time of Arrest: 4:45 PM
- Booking Logged: 6:32 PM
- Next Court Date: October 23, 2023
- Charges: Felony fraud
The situation continues to develop, with many in the sneaker community closely following the story. El-Balad will provide updates as further information becomes available.
