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crime1 year ago

YSL Trial Concludes: Co-Defendants Acquitted in Georgia's Longest Case

The lengthy YSL trial in Georgia concluded with the acquittal of the last two defendants on murder, gang, and racketeering charges, while one was convicted of gun possession. Jurors expressed doubt over the evidence against rapper Young Thug, who pleaded guilty to lesser charges and received probation. The trial, marked by delays and a change of judge, failed to provide a 'smoking gun' linking Young Thug to the alleged crimes, according to jurors, who criticized the prosecution's reliance on rap lyrics and unreliable witnesses.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#crime#gang-charges#georgia
crime1 year ago

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.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#acquittal#crime#gang-charges
legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"YSL Trial Lawyer Nicole Fegan Arrested on Gang Charges After Posting Rap Videos"

Nicole Fegan, the attorney representing a defendant in rapper Young Thug's racketeering trial, has been arrested on gang charges after posting rapping videos on social media and allegedly providing information to a shooting suspect to dispose of evidence. Young Thug is accused of presiding over a murderous criminal network, and Fegan's arrest adds a dramatic twist to the high-profile trial.

via Daily Mail|
#criminal-street-gang-activity#gang-charges#legalcriminal-justice
crime2 years ago

YSL Trial Chaos: Attorney Arrested for Prescription Drugs in Courthouse.

Anastassios Manettas, an attorney representing one of the defendants in the Young Thug trial, was arrested for carrying prescription medicine at the security checkpoint. The Fulton County sheriff's office is still formalizing charges, but drugs have been an issue during the trial. The trial has been chaotic, with scuffles and protests leading to the removal of defendants and journalists from the courtroom. The trial has also exposed the challenges of providing public defense to dozens of people who do not have the assets of a Grammy-winning superstar.

via Rolling Stone|
#anastassios-manettas#court-chaos#crime