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Sexyy Red Suing Former Security Guard Over Alleged $500K Burglary at Her Mother’s Birthday Party

Sexyy Red is suing her former bodyguard, Carl Thompson, over a $500K burglary she says happened on his watch.

By Stephen Andrew Galiher

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Sexyy Red is suing her former security guard over a $500K burglary that took place at her mother’s birthday party. In a new lawsuit, the St. Louis rapper— whose real name is Janae Wherry—alleges the theft took place in Florida in January 2025.

According to documents obtained by PEOPLE, Sexyy Red rented a mansion for the party. She then hired a man named Carl Thompson to provide security for the getaway. She claims Thompson asked to bring three more security guards as well, so he could do his job more “effectively.” This request was approved.

On January 12, 2025, a masked individual entered the house and stole $500,000 worth of property. This included various types of jewelry, watches, and designer handbags. The unknown assailant entered the rented home through an unlocked door. In her........

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