"Judge Declares Mistrial as YNW Melly Jury Remains Deadlocked in Double Murder Case"
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A mistrial has been declared in the double murder case against rapper YNW Melly, whose real name is Jamell Demons. The jury failed to reach a unanimous decision after 19 days of hearing arguments. Demons is facing two first-degree murder charges for the killings of Anthony Williams and Christopher Thomas in 2018. The jury deliberated for two days but was unable to reach a verdict, leading to the mistrial. Demons has pleaded not guilty and could face the death penalty if convicted. The prosecution claims the shooting was part of a gang action, while the defense argues that Demons was home sleeping at the time of the murders.
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