WhistlinDiesel claims state officials are trying to silence him after tax evasion arrest

YouTuber WhistlinDiesel says Tennessee state authorities are attempting to block him from speaking publicly about being arrested for tax evasion in November. The creator, known for his viral car destruction videos and more than 20 million combined followers, posted a new update detailing a gag order he says was issued after his arrest.

In the video, he walks through the investigative report tied to his charges and the restrictions outlined in the court filing. He says he was unaware of any tax issue before officers arrived at his home and alleges the state moved to limit what he can say online while the case continues.

WhistlinDiesel responds to gag order ahead of court hearing

WhistlinDiesel says the order prohibits him from posting any pre-trial statements about the case across all platforms. He shared images of the documents he received, claiming Tennessee cited his online reach and argued his commentary could influence potential jurors. The filing also referenced his merchandise, which features the public indictment page released after his arrest.

According to the YouTuber, the motion claims that his content could affect the state’s ability to prosecute the case and could risk the safety of individuals involved. He denied that anyone was being threatened and told viewers not to target or harass any officials linked to the investigation.

The YouTuber also shared pages from an investigative report outlining how the state assembled its case. He says officials contacted more than a dozen people and businesses tied to his Ferrari F8, including his accountant, who he says was advised not to notify him during the inquiry.

WhistlinDiesel says the charges stem from unpaid sales tax related to the Ferrari, which later burned down. He claims he received no notice or bill before the arrest and said he only learned the specifics of the case after receiving the report two weeks later.