YSL Trial: Yak Gotti Acquitted, Major Setback for Prosecution

The longest trial in Georgia's history concluded with the acquittal of the last two "Young Slime Life" defendants, Shannon Stillwell and Deamonte Kendrick, on murder, gang, and racketeering charges. Kendrick, also known as rapper Yak Gotti, was acquitted of all charges, while Stillwell was convicted only of firearm possession and sentenced to probation. The trial, which involved extensive evidence and numerous witnesses, saw a change in judges that defense attorneys credited with ensuring a fair trial. The case initially included 28 defendants, with some still awaiting trial.