Jamaican dancehall artiste Squash is set to return to court on March 26 following his recent arrest in Florida on multiple firearm charges. The Big Breeze deejay, whose real name is Andre Maurice Whittaker, was taken into custody on February 24 after police discovered illegal firearms in a vehicle he occupied. His arrest has now been linked to an ongoing Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) probe, raising further legal complications for the entertainer.
According to the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office, Squash was the passenger in a Mercedes-Benz that was pulled over in Miami Beach for a traffic violation. Police say he was observed reaching for his waistband and placing a black object in the glove box. Upon searching the vehicle, authorities found a Glock 19 modified with an “invisi-switch” plate, converting it into a fully automatic firearm, often referred to as a “chip Glock.” Another firearm, a Glock 35 with an extended magazine, was located under the driver’s seat, along with three loaded magazines scattered throughout the car. The driver, 24-year-old Zidanne George Prescott, was also arrested and charged.
Court records indicate that an FBI agent observed Squash receiving what appeared to be the same Glock 19 before the traffic stop. The agency alerted local law enforcement, leading to his immediate arrest. The 6ixx Boss deejay has since posted a U$2,500 bond, but it remains unclear whether the bond negates his immigration hold, as he is currently before the court on a separate immigration-related matter. Squash, who has resided in the U.S. for several years, was previously detained in 2023 for allegedly overstaying his visa amid Florida’s tightening immigration policies.
His latest arrest comes at a time when firearm-related offenses are under increased scrutiny in Florida. State crime data reveals that gun-related arrests accounted for 32% of all violent crimes in 2024, highlighting the gravity of the charges against the entertainer. Squash’s legal troubles continue to spark debate within the dancehall community, with fans and industry insiders closely watching his case unfold. As his March 26 court date approaches, questions remain about his future in both the U.S. and the dancehall industry.
