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YNW Melly Trial: Motion Filed Against Lead Detective Amid Excessive Force Investigation

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The lead detective in the double murder case of YNW Melly is now the subject of a motion from the rapper’s legal team. “(The defense team) has recently learned that the lead detective, Detective M. Moretti, is under investigation and that an Assistant State Attorney has given a statement concerning an incident involving excessive force used by him against a potential witness in this case,” wrote attorney Stuart Adelstein.

As the motion states, Detective Moretti is reportedly under investigation for using “excessive force” against a witness in Melly’s case. The defense is asking that all materials in that investigation be turned over to them for review. Moretti is a 20-year veteran of the Miramar Police Department and has no previous instances of administrative discipline on his record. A date for a hearing on the motion has not been announced. The news was originally reported by Bryson “Boom” Paul, whose tireless work has been crucial to the coverage of this case.

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Rough Week In YNW Melly Trial

This news caps off another tough week for Melly and his family. A day before the motion was filed on August 23, Melly’s mother Jamie made some shocking claims. “I woke up this morning just wanting to talk to my son and hear his voice. Jamel has not had phone calls in almost a year no visits and is on 23/1 lockdown. This is mental torture. Even the Parkland school shooter had phone calls and visits,” she wrote on Twitter.

Melly’s re-trial is due to begin in October. Prosecutors are aggressively pushing for the death penalty. In a harsh ruling against Melly, Judge Murphy ruled that the death penalty could be applied in an 8-4 jury ruling, as opposed to a unanimous one. Melly’s trial will begin days after that of his alleged co-conspirator, YNW Bortlen. It will be interesting to see how the two trials overlap as they occur at the same time. This is a developing story and we’ll have any updates as and when they emerge.

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YNW Melly Case: What’s Next?

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YNW Melly’s case has been making headlines as the jury recently declared a mistrial in his double murder trial. After three days of deliberation, the jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict, leading to an uncommon outcome that raises questions about what comes next for Melly and the implications this mistrial may have on his future.

The Case And The Jury’s Verdict

Melly’s trial centered around the accusation that he shot and killed his childhood friends, Anthony “YNW Sakchaser” Williams and Christopher “YNW Juvy” Thomas Jr., in a Jeep Compass back in 2018. The prosecution presented evidence claiming that Melly and his co-defendant, Cortland Henry, also known as YNW Bortlen, staged the incident as a drive-by shooting to cover up the murder. However, the defense strongly denied Melly’s involvement and emphasized the lack of a recovered gun, arguing that Melly had no motive to harm his friends.

The trial lasted for five weeks, with both the state and the defense resting their cases in the fifth week. Unfortunately, the jury foreperson revealed that the opinions among the jurors were deeply divided, ultimately leading to a deadlock. As a result, the Broward Circuit Judge declared a mistrial, leaving the case unresolved and open for future proceedings.

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What Happens Next?

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FT. LAUDERDALE, FL – FEBRUARY 13: In this handout photo provided by the Broward’s Sheriff’s Office, rapper YNW Melly, real name Jamell Demons, is seen in a police booking photo after being charged with two counts of murder in the first degree February 13, 2019 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Demons allegedly conspired with Cortlen Henry to fatally shot two other Florida based rappers, Christopher Thomas Jr and Anthony Williams, October 26. (Photo by Broward’s Sheriff’s Office via Getty Images)

The mistrial does not exonerate Melly from the charges. However, it does offer an opportunity for both the prosecution and the defense to reassess their strategies before the retrial. With a new jury likely to be selected, the final outcome of the case remains uncertain. The mistrial also highlights the rarity of such occurrences in high-profile cases, as only 10% of trials result in mistrials.

Moreover, with the mistrial declared, the Broward State Attorney’s Office confirmed to NBC 6 South Florida on Monday, July 24th that they will retry Melly on the double murder charges. Both sides will likely reevaluate their evidence and witness testimony to strengthen their respective cases. The next trial will offer an entirely new jury, whose opinions could significantly influence the final verdict. The mistrial doesn’t necessarily predict the outcome of the retrial either, as the dynamics of a new jury may lead to different conclusions.

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Considerations For The Future

As the case progresses, the defense will continue to emphasize reasonable doubt, relying on conflicting evidence in the state’s case. It is also worth noting that this trial is among the first under a new Florida law that reduces the threshold for a death sentence to an 8-4 jury vote, adding another layer of complexity to the proceedings.

The mistrial in the YNW Melly double murder trial has left many questions unanswered about what comes next. Despite the jury’s deadlock, the case will proceed with a retrial. This offers both the prosecution and the defense an opportunity to present their cases afresh. As the legal proceedings continue, the world will be watching closely to see how the future unfolds for Melly.

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Wack 100 Defends YNW Melly After Alleged Interrogation Footage Surfaces

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Footage of YNW Melly in an interrogation room emerged this week as many speculated that he may have cooperated with authorities in a case stemming from a 2015 shooting. The clip of Melly began making waves this week in the midst of his double-murder trial. However, one unexpecting person came to his defense: Wack 100. The music executive suggested that the prosecutors and D.A. irresponsibly put Melly’s life at risk when the video leaked. 

“I say the things others scared to say. My question is why isn’t the District Attorney or Police chief brought on attempt murder charges when they release interrogation footage that’s only accessible by law enforcement outside of the DA office or the court building?” Wack wrote on Instagram. Wack 100 accompanied his post alongside a screenshot of the alleged footage of YNW Melly in an interrogation room. “his man told ok that’s street politics. But the very politic when acted upon is used to enforce the law‼” 

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Wack 100 Demands Answers

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Wack 100 continued to explain that with the footage out, YNW Melly could become a target inside of prison. However, he indicated that it could be a bigger ploy to bring down the “223s” rapper. “So now law enforcement releases footage to the public that can only lead to violence happening to this man. Keep in mind he’s still incarcerated . Motive because the active case is going down the drain .Action expose the man so he’s harmed in prison or upon release. Where is this within in perimeters of the law?” Wack continued.

In conclusion, Wack stated, “Documents are public record – Cool that’s within the law. Interrogation footage isn’t public record.” However, as XXL points out, that’s not necessarily the case. In the state of Florida, among other states in America, interrogation footage can be accessible to the media and the public by request. 

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Where’s The Interrogation Footage Of YNW Melly From?

The footage that surfaced this week related to a 2015 case where YNW Melly was charged for firing a gun at people near a local high school. In the footage, the rapper explains that he acted out of self-defense because another student pulled a gun on him. However, he also shared the last name of the individual as well as details about the firearm that was pulled on him. 

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YNW Juvy’s Mom Says She Walked Out When YNW Melly Blew Kiss In Court

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YNW Melly is currently trying to attempt to beat a potential death penalty. However, the parents of his victims have expressed disgust at his behavior in the courtroom. The rapper’s trial began earlier this week as he tries to prove his innocence in the murder of his two best friends, YNW Juvy and YNW Sakkchaser. The families of the victims attended the trial where they witnessed YNW Melly blow a kiss to the courtroom after praying. As the clip went viral, the mother of YNW Juvy, born Christopher Thomas Jr., shared that she walked out of the courtroom at that moment.

Leondra Phillips, Thomas Jr.’s mother, spoke to NBC 6 where she said Melly showed a lack of remorse in the courtroom when he began praying and later, blew a kiss. “He did it a couple of times.. that wasn’t his first time,” Phillips said. Describing his actions as “disrespectful,” she said that Melly’s actions caused her to leave the room. “I walked out,” she said. “What you praying for? You sitting there like you ain’t got no remorse. Like, every time I walk in, you smiling. This ain’t the same for that. This is sad, this case is serious.”

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YNW Juvy’s Parents Speak Out

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Juvy’s father, Christopher Thomas Sr., also spoke out in a recent interview where he similarly criticized Melly’s body language throughout the trial. He explained that he began believing that Melly and YNW Bortlen were responsible for the murder of his son after speaking to them following Juvy’s death. “Because his explanation when I finally talked to him and [Cortlen “YNW Bortlen” Henry] on FaceTime, their response and how they were acting—they didn’t show no remorse. They didn’t act like they was grieving or lost a friend,” he told Law & Crime Sidebar.

Thomas Sr. also shared some insight into the possible motive behind the alleged murders, claiming there was a $500K deal at stake. “Melly was gonna get $200,000, Sak was gonna get $200,000, and Chris was gonna get $100,000. And as I’m hearing it from Chris, they was gonna sell the YNW brand. Not a record deal or nothing like that. It was, like, for the brand itself,” he explained. “By them being founding members, they were gonna get a piece of the piece. I don’t think Melly did it on his own. I think that manager guy got in his ear and did a little divide-and-conquer.”

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YNW Melly’s Friend YNW Bortlen Reportedly Told Police About Shootings

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The case of YNW Melly is still developing, and his associate YNW Bortlen allegedly spoke to police about the incident that provoked his arrest. Moreover, newly released audio shows a conversation between Bortlen and an unidentified speaker. During the exchange, the YNW associate spoke briefly on the night two close friends, YNW Sakchaser and YNW Juvy, died in a shooting.

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL – FEBRUARY 13: In this handout photo provided by the Broward’s Sheriff’s Office, rapper YNW Melly, real name Jamell Demons, is seen in a police booking photo after being charged with two counts of murder in the first degree February 13, 2019 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Demons allegedly conspired with Cortlen Henry to fatally shot two other Florida based rappers, Christopher Thomas Jr and Anthony Williams, October 26. (Photo by Broward’s Sheriff’s Office via Getty Images)

“I’m trying to make sure I don’t get hit,” the rapper began. “And you’re telling me about this- I don’t know, you know what I’m saying? I’m driving… S**t crazy, bro.”

Furthermore, the last update we got from Melly was a plea for his life. Moreover, the “Mixed Personalities” rapper posted on Instagram that he “feared for [his] life” after threats from officials at his prison.

“As of this moment today I am officially in fear of my life,” Melly wrote last December. “A new Captain named Hubert and XO Jenkins have taken over the jail for two weeks now. They’ve handed out even harsher punishments for me [than] the previous ones in place.

“They are watching my every move on camera,” he continued. “Making sure I don’t use the phone to tell the world how I am being mistreated, discriminated, threatened physically, harassed… [Deputies, lieutenants, and sergeants] say ‘they will hide me from the world’ and threaten to ‘beat my ass every day.’ If I tell my lawyers they will lie and say I hit them first.”

Meanwhile, many assume that the person Bortlen spoke to is a detective. While the rapper did not provide any specific details or incriminations in the clip, the other voice goes on.

“I know it’s not for you to worry about,” he began. “But if you told me it happened there, there’s got to be some evidence there… There’s going to be broken glass over there, when the windows got shot out. There’s going to be casings from the people shooting at your car. Okay, there’s going to be stuff, evidence over there. Right now, there’s nothing, okay? I kind of think I know what happened.”

While it seems the other voice sought out more details, the released clip cuts off at that moment. Moreover, the lack of evidence as of now seems to hint at a difficult case to make heads or tails of. Regardless, confessions and conversations like these will prove instrumental to the “Murder On My Mind” rapper’s case.

Still, what do you think of YNW Bortlen speaking to police about YNW Melly’s charges and the incident that locked him up? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest on YNW Melly’s case.