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Judge Approves Search Warrant For Laptop In YSL RICO Case

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Yesterday, Chief Judge Ural Glanville ruled that a laptop owned by attorney Eric Johnson is allowed to be searched. Allegedly, one of the defendants in the YSL case used the laptop to communicate with Akeiba Stanley, a former courthouse deputy. She is also said to have had a romantic relationship with the defendant, Christian Eppinger. Johnson had requested that his laptop be returned to him, however, the judge decided there was enough probable cause for a search.

Following news of the courthouse romance, Stanley was let go from her position and arrested. She’s now charged with conspiracy to commit a felony, violating her oath of office, and more. Shortly after her arrest, Stanley was released on a $70K bond. Johnson is accused of allowing Eppinger to use his laptop in the courtroom. Apparently, deputies even have photos of Eppinger using the device to access Instagram.

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Laptop Seized In YSL Case

Rapper Young Thug attends Young Stoner Life Meet & Greet at DTLR Camp Creek on April 22, 2021 in East Point, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Defendants are allowed to use their attorneys’ computers, however, what they can use them for is limited. They are only supposed to be accessing evidence on the devices, and they are not permitted for personal use. A special master was appointed by the judge to supervise the search of the laptop. This was done in order to protect any potentially sensitive information on the device, like details of the case or clients.

A few weeks back, Young Thug was also denied bond for the third time. He’s been behind bars in Georgia for over a year now, facing multiple charges tied to YSL. YSL has been labeled a “criminal street gang” amid the RICO case, which has seen the arrests of over 25 YSL members. Jury selection for the trial is still ongoing. “We’re taking a lot of time,” Suri Chadha Jimenez, who represents one of the defendants says. “To make sure people who have hardships are heard, and we end up with a jury that will give us the attention we deserve.”

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Master P & Luther Vandross Have Google Tweaking In Hilarious Search Confusion

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Google has its fair share of glitches, errors, mistakes, and a whole slew of other issues, but this one was at least quite amusing. Moreover, users realized that if you search Luther Vandross on Google, you end up getting a picture of No Limit Records mogul and rap icon Master P. Of course, it quickly went viral after it caught some steam, especially after none other than The Roots’ Questlove posted about it on his Instagram page. Amid an age of artificial intelligence and automation, the acclaimed creative reminded users that humans aren’t that easy to replace after all. “This is why humans aren’t replaceable,” Quest wrote under a screenshot of the boss of one of the most iconic labels in hip-hop history being confused for Luther Vandross by the tech giant.

In addition, his comments section flooded with jokes tying Master P and Luther Vandross together. “Here and now, I promise to Make em say ugh,” one user wrote in reference to their respective tracks, “Make Em Say Uhh!” and “Here and Now.” Another wrote, “He has No Limit to his Love Songs, with hits like ‘Make ‘Em Say Never Too Much.” Perhaps the funniest reference, though, brought Kanye West into the fray. “She said she want some Marvin Gaye, some No Limit Soldiers, a little Anita…will definitely set this party off right,” referencing “Slow Jamz.”

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Questlove Blasts Google For Mixing Up Master P & Luther Vandross

However, others expressed less amusement and more indignation online, blasting Google for mistaking Master P for Luther Vandross. While the general public doesn’t know how the search engine came to this conclusion (curation, an algorithmic mistake, etc.), many thought it to be racist given that they mixed up two Black men. “@Google who is responsible for this ?” one Twitter user demanded. “This is a picture of percy miller sr. aka master p, not luther vandross. I know yall think we all look alike but i can assure you we dont.”

Meanwhile, Master P revealed that he’s working on a No Limit TV series. “No Limit TV series coming soon,” he wrote on IG in March. “We’re still looking for people to play the Ice Cream man and other characters. The real Master P story from New Orleans to the Bay Area. @deontaylor We’re about to make history. #GODisgood.” “Power was a hit, BMF was a hit, salute to @50cent,” he stated in August upon its announcement. “Now the Master P No limit Tv series coming soon. Who y’all think should play the young Ice Cream Man? It can be an actor now or someone new. From New Orleans to the Bay Area the Real Story. Drama, romance, comedy, action and the American dream. When you put God first nothing is impossible.” For more on Master P and Luther Vandross (and hopefully less on Google’s antics), log back into HNHH.

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YSL Defendant Strip Searched, Weed Found Sewn Into His Underwear

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The YSL RICO case has had no shortage of shocking developments and wild occurrences as of late. Moreover, outlets previously reported news of a huge scuffle happening somewhere in the court house during a hearing. In fact, it was such a loud exchange that even those in the courtroom were able to hear it. Now, we have an explanation for that, as footage recently released of a YSL codefendant getting strip searched. Not only that, but officials found marijuana sewn into Rodalius Ryan’s underwear after they smelled weed on him.

Furthermore, the body cam footage came from Michael Seidel of WSB-TV and reveals the whole exchange. While Ryan maintained that the smell was nothing, police pleaded with him to come clean, as they didn’t want to have to search him. Nevertheless, they eventually attempted to handcuff him and he began to scream, which is what the courtroom heard. After eventually stripping him down and searching his belongings, they found weed sewn into his undergarments and kept Ryan detained. While this is an ugly and disheartening development, other updates point to some codefendants potentially seeing partial freedom.

YSL Defendant Stripped, Weed Found In His Underwear

To elaborate, Miles Farley recently was granted bond after his lawyer Anastasios Manettas was arrested in court for carrying prescription drugs on his person. Moreover, he saw prompt release on bond and his legal colleagues expect all charges against him to be dropped. However, it certainly didn’t paint the defendants in a better light, especially after multiple instances of attempted smuggling of contraband. In addition, it also speaks to increasing tensions and distrust between the parties that, however legitimate, just makes for more antagonistic views on the matter.

Meanwhile, another YSL codefendant recently was ordered to undergo a mental evaluation after he claimed that Donald Trump and Joe Biden were giving him legal advice. Not only that, but lawyers are pushing for his case to be tried separately so as to avoid further delays in the indictment-wide trial. Another aspect that has delayed the process significantly is jury selection, which hasn’t received many recent updates. On that note, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and updates on the YSL RICO case.