‘Hit the Quan’ rapper iLoveMemphis taken into custody in Plantation after overnight SWAT standoff

Overnight barricade incident ends with arrest and hospital evaluation

A Memphis-born rapper known professionally as iLoveMemphis was taken into custody overnight in Plantation, Florida, after barricading himself inside a home during an extended SWAT response. Police said the arrest was tied to an active warrant alleging written or electronic threats to kill.

The incident unfolded at a residence in the 8600 block of Gatehouse Road, where authorities confirmed a crash preceded the standoff. Video from the scene showed a damaged garage area and a vehicle on its side outside the home. Police reported no injuries connected to the operation.

Livestream drew large audience as police negotiated

During the standoff, the suspect broadcast video from inside the home, drawing a large online audience. In portions of the livestream, he was heard pleading for help and stating he did not want to hurt anyone. Police were also heard addressing him over a loudspeaker as negotiations continued.

Plantation police said the suspect was taken into custody just after 3 a.m. and transported to a hospital for evaluation. Authorities also reported that a dog inside the home was safely removed and released to a family member.

Identity and background

The suspect was identified as Richard Colbert, also known as iLoveMemphis, whose 2015 single “Hit the Quan” became a national hit and popularized a dance trend that spread widely on social media. Colbert has maintained an online following for years, and the livestreaming aspect of the Plantation incident became a major real-time element of the response.

What police have and have not disclosed

Authorities have provided limited details beyond the warrant allegation and the operational timeline. Police did not release additional information about the reported threats or the events leading up to the crash. No details were immediately released about potential charges connected to property damage from the crash or any other alleged conduct during the standoff.

Key confirmed details

• The standoff took place at a home on Gatehouse Road in Plantation and lasted for hours overnight.
• SWAT units responded and took the suspect into custody shortly after 3 a.m.
• Police said the arrest was based on an active warrant alleging written or electronic threats to kill.
• No injuries were reported, and the suspect was taken to a hospital for evaluation.
• A dog inside the home was safely removed and released to a family member.

Police said no injuries were reported and the suspect was taken to a hospital for evaluation following the arrest.

The investigation is expected to proceed through the Broward County criminal court process, where warrant-related allegations and any additional charges would be formally filed and litigated.