Why was Adeel Shams Arrested? CoolKicks Owner Taken Into Custody During Police Raid!

Adeel Shams, founder of the well-known sneaker resale brand CoolKicks, was arrested live on camera as Los Angeles Police Department officers raided the store, according to a Complex report. The unexpected event drew significant attention online as viewers witnessed the arrest unfold in real time.

Official booking records confirm that the arrest was executed by the LAPD’s Bunco/Forgery Division, which specializes in investigating fraud and financial crimes. Shams, who built CoolKicks into a major player in the sneaker resale market, is now under intense public scrutiny following the raid.

Shams was released shortly after midnight, with his next court appearance scheduled for October 23 at the Los Angeles Superior Court. This legal proceeding marks the continuation of an ongoing investigation that many are closely monitoring.

In response to the raid, CoolKicks issued a public statement following the seizure of a batch of Nike sneakers by the LAPD, which authorities allege were stolen. The company expressed surprise and denied any knowledge of wrongdoing, emphasizing their commitment to authenticity:

“Yesterday, the LAPD impounded a small allotment of Nike sneakers that CoolKicks purchased and received within the last 48 hours, alleging that the merchandise was stolen. This news came as a complete shock to our entire team. Neither CoolKicks leadership nor our staff had any knowledge or reason to believe that these products were stolen. We entered into this purchase in good faith, as we always have, committed to running an honest business built on integrity and trust.”

CoolKicks further reassured its customer base:

“CoolKicks takes pride in serving our loyal community with authentic, high-quality products and service; it is at the heart of our culture. We want to reassure our community that the integrity of our products remains our highest priority. We are confident the truth will come out, and the trust we have worked so hard to earn will remain strong,” the company said. “We deeply regret the concern and inconvenience this situation may have caused. CoolKicks has always stood for honest business, and that commitment will never change.”

Additionally, in a message shared via Akademiks TV, CoolKicks reiterated its dedication to transparency and authenticity, promising to uphold customer trust above all else. The company maintained that the recent purchase was made in good faith and expressed confidence that the facts will eventually clear their name.