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crime1 year ago

Rise in Shootings at Jacksonville Beach Raises Concerns

A "certified gang member" involved in one of the recent shootings in Jacksonville Beach is likely to be a critical witness, as per law enforcement expert Tom Hackney. Hackney, with decades of experience in law enforcement, stated that there are around 55 gangs with 500 members operating in the Jacksonville area, responsible for a significant portion of the city's violent crime. Police are exploring all possibilities, including gang-related connections, and are using social media to track gang members. The person in custody has not been identified, and sensitive gang-related information is being kept confidential as the investigation continues.

via WJXT News4JAX |
#crime#critical-witness#gang-activity
crime2 years ago

"Rapper Young Thug's Racketeering Trial Begins, Lyrics Under Scrutiny"

Rapper Young Thug's racketeering trial has begun in Georgia, with prosecutors using his own lyrics as evidence of his alleged involvement in a violent street gang. Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, has been in jail since May 2022 on charges related to criminal street gang activity. Prosecutors argue that his music label, YSL, is not a legitimate business but a street gang affiliated with the Bloods gang. The trial, expected to last around six months, will also be closely watched for its parallels to the case against former President Donald Trump, who is facing similar charges under the RICO Act.

via BBC.com|
#crime#free-speech#gang-activity
crime2 years ago

"Unraveling the Young Thug and YSL RICO Case: 5 Key Facts"

Grammy-winning rapper Young Thug, along with more than two dozen other people, is set to face trial in Atlanta under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). Prosecutors allege that Young Thug is the cofounder of a criminal street gang affiliated with the national Bloods gang. The case has drawn criticism for the use of rap lyrics as evidence, with some arguing it violates freedom of speech and targets Black art. Young Thug's defense attorney denies the accusations, highlighting the rapper's positive impact on others. The trial is expected to be lengthy and could feature star witnesses, including rapper YFN Lucci and rapper Lil Wayne.

via CNN|
#crime#gang-activity#prosecution
crime2 years ago

Breakthrough Arrest Made in Tupac Shakur's 1996 Murder Case

Duane "Keffe D" Davis, a suspect in the 1996 drive-by shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur, has been arrested and charged with murder. While not the accused gunman, Davis is described as the group's ringleader and has admitted to providing the gun used in the shooting. His arrest comes after his own public comments revived the investigation. The shooting, which escalated the West Coast/East Coast rivalry in the hip-hop scene, remains one of the genre's enduring mysteries. Davis is the last living suspect in the case, as others involved have since died.

via WALB|
#crime#drive-by-shooting#duane-keffe-d-davis
missing-persons2 years ago

Cleveland Teen Still Missing Despite Amber Alert

A Cleveland mother is pleading for help in finding her missing 15-year-old son, Keshaun Williams, who disappeared after a party on June 17. An Amber Alert has been issued, and police have cancelled the vehicle involved. Williams was last seen wearing gray Jordan 5 shoes and is described as a black male, 5 feet 7 inches tall, and weighing 130 pounds. His mother is worried because police told her gang members were at the party and gave him alcohol. She is asking the public for help and pleading for her son's safe return.

via News 5 Cleveland WEWS|
#amber-alert#cleveland#gang-activity
crime2 years ago

Florida Sheriff Announces Arrests in Gang-Linked Triple Homicide of Teens.

The Marion County Sheriff's Office has made arrests in the case of three teens who were recently found shot to death. The victims were friends and were "together leading up to the incident itself." The sheriff's office confirmed there are more than two suspects. The deaths were possibly tied to "hybrid gang" activity. No details about the arrests have been released yet.

via WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando|
#arrests#crime#gang-activity
crime2 years ago

Multiple suspects sought in connection with shooting deaths of 3 Florida teens.

Police have identified multiple suspects in the shooting deaths of three Florida teenagers, whose killings appear to be connected and potentially the result of "hybrid gang" activity. The victims knew each other and were found in different locations. Evidence collected so far points to multiple shooters, whose whereabouts are known. The sheriff vowed to arrest the suspects involved and provide justice for the victims and their families.

via NewsNation Now|
#crime#florida#gang-activity
crime2 years ago

Florida Sheriff Confirms Connection Between 3 Teen Shootings

Three separate shootings that killed three teenagers in Florida are connected and may be tied to "wannabe gang" activity, according to Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods. The victims were friends and were together leading up to their deaths. Authorities are investigating "multiple suspects" and have received tips ruling out the possibility of a serial killer. The sheriff urged community members to come forward with information as detectives follow up on every potential lead.

via NBC News|
#crime#florida#gang-activity