In 1993, Bobby Brown had owed $25,000 to someone in Atlantic City.

In 1993, Bobby Brown had owed $25,000 to someone in Atlantic City. Clarence “Preacher” Heatley paid the debt for Bobby and up-charged it to $400,000. 

Preacher kidnapped Bobby, and made him call Whitney to bring $400,000 in ransom or Bobby would die. Whitney came through with the cash while disguised, threw the bag down then left with Bobby.