NBA Youngboy Arrested In Utah As He Awaits Federal Gun Charge: What We Know So Far

NBA YoungBoy, known by his legal name Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, has found himself in legal trouble once again, this time in Cache County, Utah. The rapper, who was serving house arrest in Utah, was arrested after officials executed a search warrant on his residence. Here’s a breakdown of the charges he faces, why he was on house arrest, and why the police searched his home.

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Charges Faced by NBA YoungBoy

According to jail records obtained by USA TODAY, NBA YoungBoy was booked on multiple offenses, including a pattern of unlawful activity, identity fraud, forgery, and possession of a controlled substance and dangerous weapon. The Cache County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with multiple agencies such as the FBI, the Secret Service, and a SWAT team, conducted the search warrant on his residence, leading to his arrest. 

Reasons For House Arrest

NBA YoungBoy’s stint in Utah under house arrest stemmed from previous legal entanglements. Initially accused of federal gun charges and other offenses, his lawyers argued for his relocation to Utah as a measure to keep him out of trouble. However, despite the imposed restrictions, Gaulden’s legal issues persisted. In 2023, a federal judge had lessened his house arrest conditions to allow for mental health treatments. Additionally, reports surfaced about his intention to be baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, per Fox13, showcasing a complex personal journey amid legal battles.

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Search Warrant

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NEW ORLEANS, LA – AUGUST 25: Rapper YoungBoy Never Broke Again performs during Lil Weezyana at Champions Square on August 25, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images)

The recent execution of a warrant on NBA YoungBoy’s residence in Cache County was part of an ongoing investigation into criminal conduct. The search, conducted with the assistance of various law enforcement agencies, yielded charges related to violations of the Utah Controlled Substances Act, the Identity Fraud Act, and fraud. Despite the rapper’s presence in Utah under house arrest, the investigation uncovered alleged criminal activities, leading to his arrest and booking into the Cache County Jail.

Impact On Legal Proceedings

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ATLANTA, GA – JANUARY 14: Keyshia Kaoir, Gucci Mane, NBA Young Boy and Pierre ‘Pee’ Thomas attend Keyshia Kaoir’s Birthday Celebration at Gold Room on January 14, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia.(photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

With NBA YoungBoy’s arrest in Utah, questions arise about its implications for his ongoing federal case in Louisiana. Having been on 24-hour house arrest in Utah since October 2021, he faced restrictions on leaving his residence except for court appearances, mental health appointments, and approved employment-related activities. The rapper managed to release three albums during his house arrest period, indicating a continued focus on his music despite legal challenges. However, the recent arrest adds another layer of complexity to his legal battles, leaving uncertainty about its effects on his federal case.

Conclusion

In conclusion, NBA YoungBoy’s arrest in Utah underscores the ongoing legal saga surrounding the rapper. Facing a slew of charges and restrictions, his legal troubles persist despite efforts to navigate through them. As the investigation unfolds and legal proceedings progress, the future remains uncertain for one of the most prominent figures in contemporary hip-hop.

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Bullets Recovered From Nevada Home to be Tested for Possible Link to Those That Killed Tupac

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Details of an investigation into a Las Vegas home in connection to the murder of Tupac Shakur continue to pour out. The Daily Mirror notes .40 caliber bullets were recovered from the home belonging to Duane “Keefe D” Davis. Davis long suggested his nephew, Orlando Anderson, killed 2Pac.

The bullets are set to have forensic testing “to determine if they have any link to the bullets found in 2Pac’s body or on the scene of the homicide.”

An insider to the case revealed, “Microfibers or residues from the weapon or the bullet could prove to be a link. There is no information yet on the history of the bullets, how old they are or their significance. And it will take some time to assess how the bullets play a role in this case.”

READ MORE: Video Released of SWAT Arriving to Execute Search Warrant in Connection to Tupac’s Murder

Previously, a list of items taken from the raid of a Las Vegas-area home that is reportedly tied to the murder of Tupac Shakur has been revealed. According to TMZ, laptops, iPads, a USB, and a hard drive were secured from the home. Books and pictures were also taken from the scene. Of the books was Keefe D’s Compton Street Legends.

On Tuesday (July 18), news broke of a search warrant executed in Las Vegas in connection with the 1996 murder of Tupac. According to TMZ, the home was owned by a woman named Paula Clemons, the wife of Keefe D, who has long been at the center of conversation involving Pac’s death.

Video of the Metro SWAT team used in the search can be seen below.

The warrant was executed in Henderson, Nevada, which does not have a statute of limitations for prosecuting homicide cases.

“LVMPD can confirm a search warrant was served in Henderson, Nevada on July 17, 2023, as part of the ongoing Tupac Shakur homicide investigation,” Las Vegas police said in a statement. “We will have no further comment at this time.”

According to CBS News, retired Los Angeles police detective Greg Kading stated the case was solved as Keefe D, born Duane Davis, confessed to his involvement in the crime while he was being questioned in connection with the murder of The Notorious B.I.G. Details of what was recovered at the Nevada home if anything, have not been disclosed.

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In April 2022, on the Bomb1st podcast, Former Death Row muscle Reggie Wright Jr. added more to the rumor mill about the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, saying that the last man alive in the car which fired the fatal shots that killed Shakur will be charged with the decades-old crime this year.

Wright says that the Las Vegas Police Department has been ramping up their investigation into the Shakur murder.

“Let’s put it this way, I bet Keefe D [has] been having the runs for the last two weeks,” Wright said. “Because yeah, they are knocking on doors and there’s some activity.” Wright even made a challenge out of the rumors and urged viewers to predict the date on which Keefe D will be arrested this year while promising a prize to whoever predicts the correct date.

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Books, Laptops, and More Taken From Vegas-Area Home Searched in Connection with Tupac’s Murder

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A list of items taken from the raid of a Las Vegas-area home that is reportedly tied to the murder of Tupac Shakur has been revealed. According to TMZ, laptops, iPads, a USB, and a hard drive were secured from the home. Books and pictures were also taken from the scene. Of the books was Keefe D’s Compton Street Legends.

On Tuesday (July 18), news broke of a search warrant executed in Las Vegas in connection for the 1996 murder of Tupac. According to TMZ, the home was owned by a woman named Paula Clemons, the wife of Keefe D, who has long been at the center of conversation involving Pac’s death.

Video of the Metro SWAT team used in the search can be seen below.

The warrant was executed in Henderson, Nevada, which does not have a statute of limitations for prosecuting homicide cases.

“LVMPD can confirm a search warrant was served in Henderson, Nevada on July 17, 2023, as part of the ongoing Tupac Shakur homicide investigation,” Las Vegas police said in a statement. “We will have no further comment at this time.”

According to CBS News, retired Los Angeles police detective Greg Kading stated the case was solved as Keefe D, born Duane Davis, confessed to his involvement in the crime while he was being questioned in connection with the murder of The Notorious B.I.G. Details of what was recovered at the Nevada home if anything, have not been disclosed.

In April 2022, on the Bomb1st podcast, Former Death Row muscle Reggie Wright Jr. added more to the rumor mill about the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, saying that the last man alive in the car which fired the fatal shots that killed Shakur will be charged with the decades-old crime this year.

Wright says that the Las Vegas Police Department has been ramping up their investigation into the Shakur murder.

“Let’s put it this way, I bet Keefe D [has] been having the runs for the last two weeks,” Wright said. “Because yeah, they are knocking on doors and there’s some activity.” Wright even made a challenge out of the rumors and urged viewers to predict the date on which Keefe D will be arrested this year while promising a prize to whoever predicts the correct date.

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[WATCH] Video Released of SWAT Arriving to Execute Search Warrant in Connection to Tupac’s Murder

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On Tuesday (July 18), news broke of a search warrant executed in Las Vegas in connection for the 1996 murder of Tupac. According to TMZ, the home was owned by a woman named Paula Clemons, the wife of Keefe D, who has long been at the center of conversation involving Pac’s death.

Video of the Metro SWAT team used in the search can be seen below.

The warrant was executed in Henderson, Nevada, which does not have a statute of limitations for prosecuting homicide cases.

“LVMPD can confirm a search warrant was served in Henderson, Nevada on July 17, 2023, as part of the ongoing Tupac Shakur homicide investigation,” Las Vegas police said in a statement. “We will have no further comment at this time.”

According to CBS News, retired Los Angeles police detective Greg Kading stated the case was solved as Keefe D, born Duane Davis, confessed to his involvement in the crime while he was being questioned in connection with the murder of The Notorious B.I.G. Details of what was recovered at the Nevada home if anything, have not been disclosed.

In April 2022, on the Bomb1st podcast, Former Death Row muscle Reggie Wright Jr. added more to the rumor mill about the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, saying that the last man alive in the car which fired the fatal shots that killed Shakur will be charged with the decades-old crime this year.

Wright says that the Las Vegas Police Department has been ramping up their investigation into the Shakur murder.

“Let’s put it this way, I bet Keefe D [has] been having the runs for the last two weeks,” Wright said. “Because yeah, they are knocking on doors and there’s some activity.” Wright even made a challenge out of the rumors and urged viewers to predict the date on which Keefe D will be arrested this year while promising a prize to whoever predicts the correct date.

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