XXXTentacion Trial Verdict: 3 Men Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder, Robbery in Killing of Artist
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No Verdict Reached In XXXTENTACION Murder Trial As Jury Deliberates For 20+ Hours
The trial surrounding the death of XXXTENTACION has nearly come to an end, though the jury continues to struggle to reach a verdict. Last week, the prosecutors and defense for Michael Boatwright, Dedrick Williams, and Trayvon Newsome provided their closing arguments after several weeks of trial. Over the past few weeks, the jury heard from several witnesses, including XXXXTENTACION’s uncle, and reviewed evidence before they were left to deliberate the verdict. According to CTV, they’ve tried to reach a verdict after reviewing evidence connected to XXXTENTACION’s death. They’ll return to court on Thursday (March 16th) to continue.
The jury began to deliberate The reason for the delay surrounds two technical questions as the jury asked Circuit Judge Michael Usan about two specific pieces of evidence. The first surrounded the video of the men revealing $100 bills shortly after X’s death on June 18th, 2018. They also inquired whether they could open an envelope containing a collection of fingerprints before submitting a verdict in the XXXTENTACION murder trial. Judge Usan agreed that they could review both pieces of evidence as deliberation resumes.
Awaiting Verdict In XXXTENTACION Murder Trial
Boatwright, Williams, and Newsome are currently charged with second-degree murder and armed robbery. However, they’ve maintained their innocence since the trial began. The defense claimed that the star witness, Robert Allen, who confessed to taking part in the robbery, was lying to avoid a life sentence. Meanwhile, the jury reviewed plenty of surveillance footage from Riva Motorsports that documented the moments leading up to XXXTENTACION’s death, including one video where two masked gunmen approach X’s car before shooting him and stealing a duffle bag of cash, that most felt would secure a guilty verdict.
In addition to the footage, the jury also reviewed text messages from Boatwright, who’s alleged to be the shooter. The text messages reveal that he sent text messages to 17 people about getting a car while prosecutors claim that a woman rented the vehicle through an app. There was also a text where he said, “Tell my brother I got the money for the new phone.” Another text from Boatwright included a screenshot of the news surrounding X’s murder. Despite the evidence that prosecutors believe ties the three defendants to the crime, the defense argued that detectives didn’t thoroughly investigate other possibilities including Drake’s alleged involvement. We’ll keep you posted on any more updates surrounding the verdict in XXXTENTACION’s murder case.
Day 21 & 22: XXXtentacion Murder Trial Jury Continue Deliberations
The jury in the murder trial of late-Florida rapper, XXXtentacion, has not reached a verdict and continues deliberating since March 7th. The jury will enter its sixth day of deliberations on March 15 at 10:30 a.m. ET. Day Six Deliberations For XXXtentacion There is still no verdict as the jury in the murder trial of […]
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XXXTENTACION Trial Update: Jurors Want To Review Suspects’ Text Messages
As the world awaits the verdict on the XXXTENTACION murder trial, jurors want to review the defendants’ text messages. Moreover, these updates relate to codefendants Michael Boatwright and Dedrick Williams, as the jury wants to review their communication. However, it’s important to consider that the jury went out for deliberation on Wednesday (March 8) and have deliberated for over 12 hours, though it’s unclear if that time refers to today (March 13) or overall. Still, jurors want to see their text communications as well as videos, photos, or screenshots from the day before the murder to the day of the murder.
Moreover, this trial faced an exhausting and painstaking process, causing many to reflect on the five years that have passed since X’s loss. For example, the defense team tried very hard to get Drake involved in this case, as they claimed he orchestrated the whole ordeal. After significant pushback from both the court of law and the court of public opinion, officials dismissed said motions. However, it remains a permeating and odd conspiracy online, as some subliminal bars are scarily coincidental.
XXXTENTACION Trial Jurors Want Text Message Evidence Shown To Jury
Regardless, the trial underwent some big changes from its inception. Another big development across the case was one of the four original codefendants becoming a state’s witness. Also, DNA evidence points to another person entirely being responsible for the murder outside of a motorcycle shop in Florida. At least, that’s what the defendants’ attorneys claim in an effort to prove their clients’ innocence. “Whoever [XXXTENTACION] struggled with is not in this courtroom,” he told officials. “The DNA proves that someone not named Michael Boatwright or Trayvon Newsome participated in this murder.”
Meanwhile, the court clarified that while the three codefendants on trial are tried together, their convictions are separate. As such, perhaps they (including defendant Trayvon Newsome) won’t all be convicted. However, they could all face upwards of life in prison, with the possibility of changes, reversals, or reductions looking slim. Overall, there’s not much else left in this case but to await their fate. With that in mind, stay logged into HNHH for the latest updates on the XXXTENTACION murder trial and jury.
[WATCH] XXXTentacion Murder Trial Winding Down As Jury Enters Deliberation
The jury, who have been listening to witness testimonies since Feb. 7 in the murder trial of late-Florida rapper, XXXTentacion, has officially entered deliberation on March 8. Just a few hours in, the Hon. Judge Michael Usan instructed the jurors to return on March 9 at 10:30 a.m. to continue deliberations.
Spilling into two days, March 7-8, of closing arguments all sides presented arguments one last time. Prosecutor Pascale Achille called the men, Dedrick Williams, Michael Boatwright, and Trayvon Newsom — “predators” who attacked an unsuspecting XXX.
Achille urged the jury to return with a “guilty” conviction.
She also played cellphone videos of the defendants hours after XXX died and laid out ballistic and cell phone evidence.
“This is who they are,” Achille told the jury while playing videos of the men smiling, dancing, and flashing fistfuls of $100 bills.
“This is their real character,” she continued. “Killers that within 24 hours after shooting the victim dead and stealing $50,000 from him, this is what they do.”
“Look at how happy they look. Look at how excited they look,” she noted as she continued to play the video.
Achille also played surveillance video from the Riva Motorsports and of the men allegedly stashing the Black Dodge Journey SUV she claimed connected the men to the murder.
Boatwright’s attorney, Joseph Kimok presented the final defense closing arguments on March 8. He told jurors that while XXX struggled with his killers before getting shot to death, the DNA found on his body, along with the stolen chain, wasn’t from Boatwright.
Kimok also said the DNA wasn’t Newsome’s, the accused second gunman or Williams who has been accused of being the getaway driver and ringleader.
“Whoever (XXXTentacion) struggled with is not in this courtroom,” Kimok told the jurors. “The DNA proves that someone not named, Michael Boatwright or Trayvon Newsome participated in this murder.”
Boatwright has been named the alleged shooter that shot the three bullets that killed XXXtentacion.
William’s attorney, Mauricio Padilla told the jury Allen was a “liar.” Noting that the prosecution’s additional witnesses also contradicted each other. He also said the Broward County Sheriff’s department didn’t look at other possible suspects, namely rap star Drake, who was beefing with XXX at the time of his death.
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Day 19 & 20: XXXTentacion Murder Trial Winding Down As Jury Enters Deliberation Following Closing Arguments
The jury, who have been listening to witness testimonies since Feb. 7 in the murder trial of late-Florida rapper, XXXTentacion, has officially entered deliberation on March 8. Just a few hours in, the Hon. Judge Michael Usan instructed the jurors to return on March 9 at 10:30 a.m. to continue deliberations. Updated By: Nadya Nataly (3/8/23 […]
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XXXTENTACION Murder Trial: Suspects Dance After X’s Death In Courtroom Video
The XXXTENTACION murder trial is underway, and it certainly hasn’t gone without a few hiccups. The defense and prosecution have laid their arguments that have undoubtedly revealed new information surrounding the rapper’s death. Witnesses took to the stand, like XXXTENTACION’s uncle, the fan who took a photo of X after he was shot, and the ex-girlfriend of defendant Dedrick Williams. Then, there was the whole circus surrounding Drake and 600Breezy that the judge was ultimately fed up with. That aspect of the case undoubtedly caught everyone’s attention.
The prosecutors and defense will soon share their closing arguments in the case before a jury decides the fate of the three individuals on trial. Though it seems like they will be convicted for XXXTENTACION’s death, the defense continues to put up a fight against the prosecutor’s argument. Still, between the state’s star witness, Robert Allen who copped a plea deal in the case, and recently referring to the alleged culprits as “predators,” the prosecutors have shown confidence in their case. By the end of the week, the jury will be in deliberation to decide the outcome of the trial as fans hope for justice for the late rapper.
“Happy” Defendants Allegedly Danced After XXXTENTACION’s Murder
Broward County Assistant State Attorney Pascale Achille shared some damning evidence on Tuesday. Achille shared a video that showed the defendants, Michael Boatwright, Trayvon Newsome, and Dedrick Williams, “happy” following the shooting death of X. Achille said they took the video within a day of robbing X of $50K in cash outside of Riva Motorsports shop in Broward County.
“This is who they are. This is their real character. Killers that within 24 hours after shooting the victim dead and stealing $50,000 from him, this is what they do,” Achille said to the jury as the video played. “Look at how happy they look. Look at how excited they look.” The incriminating evidence will undoubtedly play a role in the jury’s decision. If convicted, each defendant faces up to life in prison. We will continue to keep you up to date on any more information regarding the case.
DAY 18: State & Defense Rest Their Case In XXXTentacion Murder Trial
Updated By: Nadya Nataly (3/6/23 at 12:24 pm) Five years after XXXTentacion’s murder, the state and defense rested their case on March 3. Gearing up for closing statements, the three men on trial for the late-Florida rapper’s murder each face life in prison. The murder trial of the late-Florida rapper, XXXTentacion is starting to wind […]
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600Breezy Recalls How Serious His Beef With XXXTENTACION Got
With the XXXTENTACION murder trial underway, 600Breezy is sharing his thoughts on the case. As you remember, Breezy was among the many who took issue with X during his lifetime. When X had issues with Drake, Breezy emerged to defend Drake. However, the friction between X and Breezy led to the latter’s inclusion in the paperwork for the former’s murder. As the defense shared a list of potential witnesses, they expressed interest in having 600Breezy either take the stand or sit down for a deposition.
Unfortunately, his name continues to be brought up. As the defense attempted to drag Drake into a deposition, they also mentioned Breezy’s feud with X. Ultimately, a judge shut down the deposition attempts for Drake and 600Breezy, as he felt both of them are irrelevant to the actual case. Still, the defense attorney tried to convince the judge that their participation in this trial is necessary to prove his client’s innocence. Ultimately, his efforts fell flat, especially since there’s no hard evidence that can connect either Drake or 600Breezy to X’s death.
600Breezy On XXXTENTACION Murder Trial
During a recent interview with VladTV, 600Breezy explained that he only landed in the paperwork for XXXTENTACION’s murder because of his infamous trip to Florida. The rapper explained that he went to Florida following X’s diss towards Drake’s mom, though he adamantly stated that he did so without Drake’s approval. However, he said that the friction between them were very real, so he understood why the defense would try to use his name.
Ultimately, Breezy said that, even with his beef with XXXTENTACION, he was in jail at the time of the rapper’s death, therefore making his testimony irrelevant to the case. However, he explained that mentioning Drake or himself in the trial will turn the entire case into something bigger than what it is. Then, 600Breezy explained that the state is trying to make an example out of the four individuals on trial because of how much of a high-profile case this is. Check out his interview above and sound off with your thoughts in the comments.
XXXTENTACION Trial: Closing Arguments Start Next Week
The judge in the XXXTENTACION murder trial said that closing arguments will begin next week. Moreover, this followed the most recent developments surrounding the defense trying to get Drake connected to the Florida rapper’s murder. Of course, these efforts proved largely unsuccessful in court, although social media discourse still has its questions. Nevertheless, it seems like this trial might wrap up about five years since X’s tragic passing. While it’s been a long, winding, and painful road for many, especially the families involved, it seems like we’re on the other side of the case.
Furthermore, Judge Michael A. Usain said that the court will have a few days off and get right into closing arguments on Tuesday, March 7th. Coincidentally, Kodak Black recently penned a heartfelt tribute to X this week, giving many the chance to reflect before the trial wraps up. “Nothing Really.. Just Was Thinking Bout You Bro,” Yak wrote in an Instagram post. “DAM BROWARD COUNTY WE LOST A LEGEND. @xxxtentacion One Of The Best Things To Ever Happen To This Small Town I Call Home.”
XXXTENTACION Trial Entering Closing Arguments Next Week
Also, after testimonies from some of the perpetrators of the crime, the public learned a lot more alleged details about the murder. For example, the rapper’s accused killers reportedly took pictures with the cash stolen after their attack. While they all faced prison time, codefendants allegedly mocked Robert Allen, who was a codefendant before becoming a state’s witness. Much of the evidence, stories, and testimonies that jurors witnessed, including a graphic video of the murder, are difficult to process. As the trial closes after a month of deliberations, the tragedy of the situation impacts anyone even remotely aware of it.
Meanwhile, X continues to make a musical mark today, whether from passionate fans propelling him into streaming royalty or his unreleased collaborations and demos seeing the light of day. While many fans expressed disappointment in what they see as grave robbery, it’s more of a reflection of those with access to his music and not the artist himself. For example, the recent track “I’m Not Human” features X alongside Lil Uzi Vert. Whether for his old or new material, X will continue to ring long after this trial’s closing arguments wrap up. Regardless, stick around on HNHH for the latest updates in the XXXTENTACION murder trial.