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Tory Lanez’s “Relevant Evidence” In Megan Thee Stallion Case Shot Down By Attorney General

July 30, 2024 by newhiphopnews

There is a major updat e in regard to the “relevant evidence” that Tory Lanez was claiming to have. To catch you up to speed, the Brampton, Ontario, Canada rapper recently asked the California court to hear out a statement from his driver, Jauquan Smith. A witness at the scene of the crime, Lanez was hoping that Smith’s explanation that it was Megan’s friend Kelsey Harris holding the gun would be able to end his 10-year sentence. It was one of a few wins for the “Prison Tapes” MC, as the court was willing to hear out the evidence. However, that victory was short-lived, as HipHopDX is reporting that the California Attorney General’s Office is not accepting it.

In Smith’s affidavit, he claims that he did not have good recollection of who actually shot Megan Thee Stallion. Deputy Attorney General, Michael C. Keller, is the man responsible for making this decision to shoot down Lanez’s evidence and he did so in an informal response yesterday. What helped Keller come to this was a previous undisclosed statement from Lanez’s previous lawyer, George Mgdesyan.

Tory Lanez’s Driver Is Not A “Helpful Witness”

Tory Lanez says a statement from his driver constitutes new evidence in the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, but the state says he knew how the driver would testify and chose not to call him.

My article on the response to the rapper’s habeas petition: https://t.co/EOzD5CjXMn pic.twitter.com/OfabqDj18B

— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) July 29, 2024

Because George didn’t call Smith in 2022, Keller and the state came to the same conclusion. Essentially, they knew how Smith would go about his statements. “Because, obviously, his testimony is gonna be putting the gun in the hands of Kelsey”, Keller said. He also did not feel that because Smith claims to not know who pulled the trigger it “does not directly contradict [Megan]’s testimony that petitioner [Lanez] was the person who shot her”. Furthermore, he also cited that there is plenty of other evidence that goes against Lanez such as a DNA test and texts making it hard to believe it couldn’t have been anyone else but the Canadian.

What are your thoughts on Tory Lanez’s “relevant evidence” not being so according to the attorney general? What will this mean going forward for the incarcerated rapper? Do you still think its #FreeTory? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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R Kelly Uses Statute Of Limitations Argument Against Supreme Court For Sex Charges

July 30, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In February of 2023, highly maligned R&B singer R Kelly was handed down a 20-year prison sentence for possessing child pornography and inducing minors. That was tacked onto his 30-year bout on racketeering and sex trafficking charges in a New York federal court in 2022. None of this is obviously breaking news, but this short amount of background information is important. The reason being is because there is a new update in regard to the former of the two.

According to TMZ, the artist and his attorney, Jennifer Bonjean, are looking to whittle down his overall time behind bars by using the statute of limitations argument. Since these crimes took place in the 1990s, they feel that the PROTECT Act (2003) does not apply here. Bonjean pointed a specific detail of this law which is that there is no clause that says you can essentially charge someone for an alleged conduct that before the year the act was passed. However, it isn’t necessarily black and white for this reason.

R Kelly & His Attorney Feel The PROTECT Act Shouldn’t Be Applied

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 26: R&B singer R. Kelly covers his mouth as he speaks to members of his entourage as he arrives at the Leighton Criminal Courts Building for a hearing on June 26, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. Kelly is facing several counts of aggravated sexual abuse. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

If you remember, R Kelly was convicted for these crimes in 2020. Because of this, prosecutors believe the PROTECT Act is in fact fair play. Also helping their side is the fact that this law extends the statute of limitations indefinitely for alleged crimes committed post 2003. The Supreme Court will come to a conclusion in the next few months whether to hear Kelly’s appeal or not.

What are your thoughts on R Kelly and his attorney making the statute of limitations argument? Do you think they have a point in regard to the PROTECT Act not applying here? Or does the court have more of a solid argument? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding R Kelly. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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YFN Lucci Receives Co-Sign From Fani Willis As He Continues To Push For Early Release

July 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

A few months ago, YFN Lucci was hit with a 20-year sentence after pleading guilty to violating the Street Gang and Terrorism Prevention Act. Overall, the sentence was split in two, with 10 years of prison and another 10 years of probation. However, over the past few months, Lucci has been looking to have his sentence reduced. His lawyers have been hard at work, and there have seemingly been some inroads made to get him home sooner rather than later.

For instance, District Attorney Fani Willis has come through with a letter of support for Lucci. Given her role in the YSL Trial, this is certainly going to ruffle some feathers. However, the fact remains that Willis is supportive of Lucci getting home early. “The state does not object to the defendant, Rayshawn Bennett being released,” Willis wrote. However, she did stipulate that she would only be okay with his release if it meant that he continued to showcase good behavior.

YFN Lucci Seeks A Commuted Sentence

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Over on The Shade Room, some took issue with the favoritism, noting that she is going after Thug but is advocating for Lucci. Others noted that celebrities get preferential treatment, but the average person would never get this kind of co-sign. Overall, it is certainly a complicated issue that can be quite polarizing for a variety of reasons. Only time will tell whether or not Lucci gets his sentence commuted. For now, his chances seem to be getting better.

Let us know what you think of this update on YFN Lucci, in the comments section down below. Do you believe that District Attorney Fani Willis is corrupt? How do you believe this will impact the Young Thug YSL Trial? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Remy Ma’s Son Faces Potential Life Sentence For Alleged First-Degree Murder

June 26, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this month, it was revealed that Remy Ma’s 23-year-old son Jayson Scott was charged with first-degree murder, criminal weapon possession, reckless endangerment, and more. He was arrested last week for his alleged role in the 2021 murder of Darius Guillebeaux. He’s accused of shooting the 47-year-old after a dispute in Queens. Yesterday, he and his alleged accomplice were arraigned.

Reportedly, Scott could spend the rest of his life behind bars for his alleged crimes. Prosecutors accuse him of being hired to commit them. “We are charging the defendants with a cold-blooded killing on a public street,” District Attorney Melinda Katz explained, also adding, “Deadly gun violence has no place in our neighborhoods and we will remain steadfast in getting illegal guns and those who use them off the streets of Queens.”

Remy Ma’s Son, Jayson Scott, Arraigned

Remy Ma's Son Faces Life In Prison For Alleged First-Degree Murder — Remy Ma at the BET Awards 2023 held at Microsoft Theater on June 25, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)

His co-defendant Richard Swygert, who’s accused of firing at least two shots at the victim, is looking at up to 25 years in prison. Amid her son’s legal issues, Remy Ma has stuck by his side. She released a statement last week in which she proclaimed his innocence. “We stand by Jayson’s innocence and pray that the NYPD will conduct a complete and thorough investigation to reveal the truth,” she said. “This is undoubtedly a difficult time for my family and me. While we sincerely appreciate the love and support we have received from all of you, we kindly ask for privacy as our legal team works to prove Jayson’s innocence.”

What do you think of Remy Ma’s son being charged for his alleged role in a murder? What about him potentially getting handed a life sentence for his alleged crimes? Are you surprised? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Bishop Lamor Whitehead Receives 9-Year Prison Sentence For Extortion & Fraud

June 17, 2024 by newhiphopnews

After a court found him guilty of extortion and fraud, Bishop Lamor Whitehead received a prison sentence of nine years for his various convicted crimes on Monday (June 17), according to Daily News. Moreover, for those unaware, the specific charges are wire fraud, attempted extortion, lying to the FBI, and other related incidents connected to three separate situations. One of these involves how Whitehead scammed one of his parishioners’ mother out of $90K of her life savings, promising to renovate a home for her to live in. Instead, he bought designer clothes and a BMW, tried to extort $5K from someone for a car repair job, and falsified bank documents for a $250,000 loan.

“The defendant was trusted by many in his community,” assistant U.S. Attorney Jessica Greenwood expressed. “He was the bishop of a small church in Brooklyn and a self-described businessman. He was a friend to the mayor of New York City.” Furthermore, she claims that Bishop Lamor Whitehead took advantage of his congregation’s trust and made up stories about Hollywood heavyweights for their cash. “He promised to use the money to buy a fixer-upper home that he would renovate for [his parishioner’s mother] to live in. And she believed the defendant, a man who, by that time, had become a mentor and spiritual adviser to her son.”

Bishop Lamor Whitehead Sentenced To Nine Years

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Of course, this is far from the only controversy Bishop Lamor Whitehead has experience in, albeit probably the most serious. Nevertheless, he previously made headlines for challenging D.L. Hughley to a million-dollar boxing match. “Wait ’til y’all hear this interview,” Whitehead shared about his talk with Hughley. “I’m sitting there like, ‘Yo, bro. Brother. Yo, I actually like you. I watch your movies.’ You know? And he was [screams] like a little girl! [scream] Like a little chihuahua!”

Meanwhile, this incident resulted from a robbery that took place during one of Bishop Lamor Whitehead’s live-streamed services. Perpetrators stole about $400K in jewelry during the live event, which caught many’s eyes as a scandalous story almost two years ago. Clearly, things took a turn at one point, and now he has much bigger fish to fry. It looks like the court closed this case, but we’ll see if any other details or developments emerge.

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Tory Lanez’s Wife Files For Divorce Amidst His Prison Sentence

June 10, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Tory Lanez’s fall from grace has been steep. The singer is currently serving a ten year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. He was convicted of “first-degree assault with a firearm, discharge of a firearm with gross negligence, and having a concealed firearm in a vehicle” in 2023, and not be eligible for parole until September 2029. When his parole hearing arises, however, Lanez will be a single man. His wife of less than a year, Raina Chassagne, has officially filed a divorce petition.

TMZ reports that Chassagne filed the petition during the first week of June. She cited “irreconcilable differences” as her reasoning, and is lobbying to get sole custody of their son, Kai. Lanez and Chassagne got married on June 25, 2023, meaning the union failed to last even one year. That being said, the timing of their wedding had many insiders theorizing that there was an ulterior motive. Back in September, legal journalist Meghann Cuniff noted that Lanez’s bail motion coincided with his decision to get engaged and then married to Chassagne in quick succession.

Tory Lanez Got Married Back In June 2023

It was widely speculated that Tory Lanez tied the knot when he did, so that he could avoid deportation back to Canada. “From his sentencing hearing engagement announcement to his bail motion wedding announcement,” Cuniff tweeted. “Tory Lanez’s relationship status has advanced rapidly in the last few weeks. His fiancée is now his wife, according to the motion.” Raina Chassagne brought her son to visit Lanez in prison. Daily Mail reported that she was seen sobbing during the R&B singer’s sentencing. She also tried to urge the judge to exercise leniency in Lanez’s sentencing. She cited his dedication as a dad, but the plea did not prove effective.

Tory Lanez has discussed the importance of his son in his life. In 2022, he told HNHH that Kai was born the day he was arrested. “What a lot of people don’t know [is] the day my son was born was the day I got locked,” he noted. “April 12th. I was coming out of the hospital, I was leaving the parking lot. I didn’t even get out of the parking lot.. But that’s something special about the day he was born. I’ll always remember it.” The singer also made reference to Chassagne, claiming they had a good relationship. “I’m not one of those child support … you know, situations. We’ve got a good understanding of what’s going on.” It looks like things have changed.

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Kid On XXXTENTACION’s “Look At Me!” Artwork Receives 10-Year Prison Sentence For Attempted Murder

May 17, 2024 by newhiphopnews

XXXTENTACION’s legacy is one of mainstream influence and virality. The late Florida multi-hyphenate blew up essentially overnight with a handful of tracks. However, 2015’s “Look At Me!” was perhaps the one most responsible. The aggressive trap rager had a sticky chorus and memorable performance from X. Also helping the track was the wild artwork. The image of a young boy shoving a lit blunt up his nose was almost instantly recognizable. A pre-teen at the time, Zachary Stoddard, was a close friend of X’s, and he was also looking to forge a career in hip-hop. However, the progress on that goal is being put to the wayside. The kid from the “Look At Me!” cover will now be going to prison on a 10-year sentence.

According to XXL, Zachary, or KidPronto, was recently hit with attempted second-degree murder and battery. The decision was made on May 10, and Zachary made a plea in connection to the 2019 stabbing of Keith Tatton. Additionally, he pleaded no contest earlier this year. On top of his time in state prison, Zachary will be under house arrest for two years, with three years of probation to follow.

The “Look At Me” Kid Did This Back In 2019

This all began when Stoddard grew frustrated with some of his associates for trying to leave him behind while they went to a restaurant on April 27, 2019. Things reportedly escalated quickly, and it led Stoddard to viciously stab Keith multiple times. He was admitted to the hospital and placed on life support, but he thankfully survived his injuries. Prosecutors originally attempted to try Stoddard as an adult, even though he was just 16 at the time. Stoddard also served prison time in 2018 as well, right around the time that XXX was tragically murdered.

What are your thoughts on the kid on the “Look At Me!” cover art receiving a 10-year prison sentence? Is this still one of XXXTENTACION’s best songs of his career? Were you shocked when you heard this news, why or why not? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding XXXTENTACION. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Katt Williams Jokes About Tory Lanez Shooting Megan Thee Stallion In New Stand-Up Special

May 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Katt Williams is certainly no stranger to controversy, going viral earlier this year for his explosive appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay. The comedian took aim at several of his celebrity peers, and shared plenty of hot takes about the industry as a whole. The episode left viewers divided, earning him plenty of praise and backlash simultaneously.

After his Club Shay Shay interview, which continues to get attention online, fans were eager to hear what he had to say in his new Netflix comedy special, Woke Folk. As expected, it arrived on May 4 with no shortage of edgy jokes and has since received mixed reviews. One joke to leave viewers split centered around Tory Lanez allegedly shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the foot back in 2020. He’s since been found guilty and sentenced to a decade behind bars.

Katt Williams Says He Feels “Sorry” For Tory Lanez

Katt Williams Jokes About Tory Lanez Shooting Megan Thee Stallion In New Stand-Up Special — Tory Lanez performs on stage during Spotify Presents: Who We Be Live at Alexandra Palace on November 28, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)

“If you in the streets, you gotta keep your head on a swivel,” he said onstage. “They are not playing fair out there. If they catch you, they’ll make an example out of you. They don’t give a f*ck who you is. You see what the f*ck they did to Tory Lanez? They took his freedom and his hairline in the same sentence …He was just standing there, bald and guilty.”

Williams went on to claim that he “felt sorry” for the Canadian performer since “he’s not even from” the U.S. “He don’t know how we get down! ‘It’s just a pinky toe’ — well, that’s ten years for some pinky toes,” he said. What do you think of Katt Williams’ new Netflix comedy special, Woke Folk? What about his joke about Tory Lanez allegedly shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the foot? Did he cross the line? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Lil Baby Artist Dirty Tay Gets 17-Year Sentence For Allegedly Shooting Toddler In The Head

May 2, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Back in August of 2022, Dirty Tay was arrested for the alleged shooting of a three-year-old boy and his father. The Atlanta-based rapper, born Kentavious Wright, is signed to Lil Baby’s 4PF record label. At the time, he was reportedly booked into Fulton County Jail after a traffic stop on numerous counts. The counts included alleged attempted murder, aggravated assault, first-degree cruelty to children, violating Georgia’s Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act, and more. His girlfriend, who was with him during the traffic stop, was also taken into custody at the time. Reportedly, authorities found a gun on her person which allegedly belonged to Dirty Tay.

Allegedly, the boy and his father were leaving a barbershop when a Kia pulled up next to them, and someone in the car opened fire. The toddler was reportedly shot in the head, though the bullet was later removed and he’s since recovered. Further details of the alleged crime have not been revealed at the time of writing, but the Atlanta Police Department claimed it was likely gang-related and that the three-year-old’s father was the target. Dirty Tay previously denied being involved, telling Instagram followers, “I’m innocent the news is not always right don’t bash me because of allegations.”

Dirty Tay Accepts 25-Year Plea Deal, 17 To Serve

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According to a new post by No Jumper, he’s now been sentenced to 17 years behind bars. Reportedly, he accepted a plea deal of 25 years, 17 to serve and eight on probation. Dirty Tay’s sentence has garnered reactions from countless social media users, many of which are expressing outrage over the seemingly low sentence.

What do you think of Dirty Tay receiving a 17-year prison sentence for allegedly shooting a three-year-old in the head? Do you think the sentence he got was fair or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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6ix9ine Kidnapper Fails To Overturn His 24-Year Prison Sentence Again

April 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

6ix9ine’s notorious cooperation in the Nine Trey Bloods gang case a couple of years ago continues to result in a lot of legal consequences. Moreover, the man charged with kidnapping him, along with racketeering and assault convictions, failed yet again to reduce his 24-year prison sentence for these crimes or get a retrial for them. Anthony Ellison, who the court identified as a pivotal piece in the criminal organization, claimed that his legal representatives did not provide a proper defense, that the evidence presented against him was insufficient, and that any action against the rapper were due to his own behavior. Specifically, he blamed his counsel for failing to identify these factors in his case.

However, the court found no solid proof that 6ix9ine’s provocations justified these crimes, or that these actions should constitute anything less than a 24-year prison sentence. As such, their ruling dismissed Ellison’s filing and stood by the evidence presented in the trial that he was a leader and instigator in the Nine Trey Bloods gang. Regarding the New York native’s other legal troubles, one of his former associates was recently hit with extortion and fraud charges, which he doesn’t seem to be directly related to. Still, over the past couple of years, it seems like this camp has brought about nothing but bad luck.

6ix9ine Performing In Stockholm In 2018

6ix9ine Kidnap Prison Sentence Denied Freedom Hip Hop News — STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – SEPTEMBER 19: Tekashi 6ix9ine performs in concert at Hovet on September 19, 2018 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by MICHAEL CAMPANELLA/Redferns/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, he’s being blamed for the downfall of other careers as well, such as Boosie Badazz thinking that he sent Kodak Black down a dark path after their collab. “What I said really affected him,” Boosie expressed VladTV concerning his own beef with Kodak and how it stems from their arguments over 6ix9ine. “He not letting it go. What I said about [‘Shaka Laka’], it seem like since then, he been downhill. I think he regret what he did with Tekashi.”

Sadly for the “GUMMO” MC, the Internet is still reacting quite negatively to his antics overall, such as folks clowning his volatile relationship. At the very least, he can rest assured that there’s at least some justice for his kidnapping and that the person who victimized him isn’t going anywhere fast. But hopefully all the future antics stay online and don’t end up back in a courtroom; we’ll take all the trolling we can get if that’s the case. For more news and updates on 6ix9ine, log back into HNHH.

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