Popular YouTuber Cody Shane Detwiler, known online as “WhistlinDiesel” to his over 10 million subscribers, was recently arrested in Nashville, Tennessee, on charges of tax evasion. Detwiler claims six police officers arrived at his home with a warrant, alleging tax evasion without providing specifics. Detwiler stated on Instagram that he was handcuffed, jailed, and subsequently bailed out by his team, maintaining that he has always paid his taxes and received no prior notice of any issues.
Local reports indicate the charges stem from the purchase of a 2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo. An indictment accuses Detwiler and WhistlinDiesel, LLC, of attempting to evade or defeat a tax due to the state of Tennessee of $500 or more. Tax evasion cases can carry significant penalties, including fines and imprisonment, and are often investigated by state revenue departments in conjunction with law enforcement. Detwiler’s arrest highlights the scrutiny faced by high-profile figures regarding their financial obligations, and his case is likely to draw considerable attention as it progresses through the legal system.