Mistrial Declared in YNW Melly Double Murder Trial

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, who pleaded not guilty, 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.