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Young Thug Accused Of Receiving Drugs From Co-Defendant In Court

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The YSL Rico case has enough drama already, but this latest update could spell more trouble for Young Thug. Jury selection for the case involving 14 co-defendants is underway, and as information about the vetting process has surfaced, so has a new report about Thugger allegedly engaging in a drug deal in the middle of a hearing.

This seems far-fetched, but according to prosecutors, the ordeal was captured by court security cameras. WSB-TV‘s Michael Seiden shared updates, and the video footage, to Twitter.

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“My colleague @MarkWinneWSB just obtained surveillance video that shows the moment prosecutors accuse Young Thug and his co defendant Kahlieff Adams of conducting a ‘hand-to-hand’ drug deal in court,” Seiden tweeted.

“Prosecutors say the surveillance shows Adams walk over to where Young Thug is seated with his attorney,” he continued. “And then drop a Percocet in his hand. A deputy confronts Young Thug and he turns over the pill to authorities.”

Additionally, when a deputy searched Adams, he was found with more contraband.

ATLANTA, GA – OCTOBER 25: Young Thug attends a dinner celebrating Young Thug’s album “Punk” on October 25, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)
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“They found him in possession of Percocet, marijuana and tobacco wrapped in plastic and food seasonings to conceal the odor of weed, according to investigators,” Seiden also shared.

It was further stated that Adams attempted to conceal the remaining contraband by ingesting it. He was rushed to a local hospital.

Meanwhile, Young Thug’s attorney, Keith Adams, spoke with the press about the allegations. According to him, his client didn’t know of his co-defendant’s plans. Check that out below.

YSL Rapper Yak Gotti’s Mother Was Arrested For Trying Sneak Him Contraband In Court

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As the racketeering trial against Atlanta’s YSL crew gears up, another arrest has been made — but not connected with the original 56-count indictment that has Young Thug facing a massive sentence and fans calling Gunna a snitch. Latasha Kendrick, the mother of YSL rapper Yak Gotti, was arrested on Tuesday (January 17) and charged with a criminal attempt to commit a misdemeanor after trying to pass the rapper a bag reportedly filled with tobacco and rolling papers at the Fulton County Courthouse.

WSB-TV reports that the mother of Gotti’s child, Nyesha Cox, alerted the rapper’s attorney to the contraband. Kendrick alleges that Cox was the one who requested the bag and an arrest warrant has been issued for the younger woman as well.

Gotti is one of 14 remaining defendants in the case and faces charges including conspiracy to commit murder, theft by receiving stolen property, and participation in criminal street gang activity. Other defendants include YSL founder Young Thug, who is charged with possession of illegal firearms and drugs, while other YSL members like Gunna and Unfoonk have accepted plea deals that suspended any sentences and allowed them to go free ahead of the trial.

The trial is expected to last up to six months, with the Fulton County District Attorney’s office accusing YSL of being a “hybrid street gang” rather than just a record label.

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YSL Case: Yak Gotti’s Mom Charged For Sneaking In Tobacco Products

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An update has been given about the YSL case involving Young Thug and 13 of his co-defendants—one being Yak Gotti. Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Jozsef Papp previously stated that Judge Glanville announced an investigation was launched after someone attempted to smuggle contraband to one of the defendants. Today (January 19), WSB-TV identified the individual as Yak Gotti’s mother.

The outlet stated that 51-year-old Latasha Kendrick was arrested and booked into the Fulton County jail. She has also been charged with criminal attempt to commit a misdemeanor.

Read More: YSL Judge Says Someone Smuggled Marijuana For Unnamed Defendant: Report

Gotti, real name Deamonte Kendrick, is facing several charges that also include a 2015 murder.

It’s alleged that the rapper’s mother visited the courthouse while her son was in court during jury selection for the trial. Douglas Weinstein, Gotti’s attorney, alerted a deputy that the mother of the rapper’s child, Nyesha Cox, texted him to say she put a “sealed envelope inside the bag.”

Upon searching, deputies located the item in question. Inside, they reportedly found “tobacco rolling papers and tobacco products.”

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Further, Latasha denied knowing anything about the envelope. She said she was simply delivering the on behalf of Cox. According to reports, Cox has not yet been arrested, but a warrant has been issued.

Meanwhile, the trial has kicked off with a lengthy jury selection process. It was reported that approximately 600 people were vetted for the jury, and it hasn’t been pleasant for all candidates.

One woman was said to have skipped a hearing because she took a trip to the Dominican Republic. As a punishment, in lieu of jail time, the judge also ordered her to write a 30-page essay.

Additionally, Eight co-defendants, including Gunna, have been released after agreeing to plea deals.

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Fans Compare Gunna & Lil Baby Fallout To Young Thug & Rich Homie Quan Split

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After Lil Baby unfollowed one of his top collaborators, Gunna, on Instagram, Fans on Twitter are comparing the unfollow to the 2015 fallout between Rich Homie Quan and Young Thug despite the years they collaborated. Recently, Lil Baby unfollowed Gunna, who is facing criticism for allegedly cooperating with the judge and allegedly outing YSL as […]

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Sheek Louch Says Young Thug’s Friends Are Snitching On Him, “It’s Horrible”

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As Young Thug’s RICO trial is underway, Sheek Louch is one of many artists chiming in on snitching in the YSL case. The Lox member recently spoke to VladTV for an interview, about 20 years since first connecting. Moreover, the rapper called Thugger’s situation “all the way horrible,” especially when it comes to his Young Stoner Life cohorts.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 10: Sheek Louch of The Lox performs onstage during day 2 of 2021 ONE Musicfest at Centennial Olympic Park on October 10, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Furthermore, readers likely know the debacle around snitching that the YSL case provoked, despite it being a tale as old as time. While many artists indicted in the case took plea deals, Young Thug still sits with 13 other codefendants. However, high-profile releases such as Gunna made people question the terms of these deals. After all, they are an admission of guilt in theory, but many believe the exitors have placed that guilt on Thugger.

Moreover, if you’re a member of VladTV‘s YouTube channel, you can access Sheek’s full interview where he details his thoughts on the case. However, they released a short snippet from the sit-down where his opinions become clear. Moreover, he tied it into his new track, “Loyal Or Stupid.”

“I’m definitely talking from a different age right now,” the Yonkers MC began. “I’m a hundred years old, Vlad, so my definition of keeping it real is different maybe right now than what it was back then, you know what I mean? So loyal or stupid is ‘Don’t be loyal to these dudes that’s not really loyal to you,‘ man. Or even to themselves.

“Listen, I think it’s all the way horrible,” he continued. “Whatever you’re involved in, man, if you’re not gonna go all the way with it, man, it’s no place for that kind of s**t… If you’re in it- Thug, I would get rid of all these motherf***kers around you, man. Just take whatever they’re gonna give you, and that’s that, dawg. Stop relying on these other guys, man, they’re not down with you. How about that?

“I don’t even know these rappers to even speak on them as far as what happened all the way out there and all that s**t. But dude, from what I’m seeing, it’s crazy. I know he’s sitting back and being like ‘God damn, we was homies.’ Right?”

To close things out, Sheek took the time to recognize that this is affecting all sides, and that multiple perspectives are at play.

“If everybody would’ve just shut the f**k up,” he stated, “nobody would’ve been in that much trouble. I mean, they know what they know, of course. We know that, right? They know what they know, but still, it’s no space for n***as talking, man. That’s just making everything worse. That’s why they separate you, they give you separate lawyers, they do all that kind of s**t. It’s crazy. God bless the- I don’t even know Thug like that, but God bless you, bro. It’s f***ed up for you.”

What do you think of Sheek Louch’s recent comments about Young Thug and snitching in the YSL trial? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, log back into HNHH for the latest on the future of Young Thug.

Reese LaFlare Blasts CBS News For Mistaking Him For Young Thug

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Once again, Reese LaFlare is calling out news outlets for confusing him with Young Thug. As the YSL case heats up during the jury selection, networks are jumping on the story with updates about the RICO charges. Fourteen co-defendants, including Young Thug, are headed to trial, and for the second time in a week, Resse LaFlare’s photo is being used by outlets.

On Instagram, Reese uploaded a screenshot of CBS News‘s televised report of the case where they claimed he was Young Thug. “Alright @cbsnews y’all got me F*CKED UP,” the rapper penned in the caption.

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“Y’all posting ME on national Television as another person in a NEGATIVE light ruining my Brand and image ‼” Reese continued. “This is Proof y’all don’t really know anything about Black People.”

“It Takes 1 second to use google and see who this actually is. This is nuts because @newsweek @foxnews Ran this same image of me … FREE @thuggerthugger1 and All the brothers ❤.”

As he mentioned, Reese recently told Fox 26 News in Houston to stop using his image to report on Thug’s case.

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He later added, “I mean [I] do have a YSL chain on in the pic but cmon now.”

Despite the ongoing headache of being confused for someone facing RICO charges, Reese continues to support Thugger. “Free Jeffery,” he tweeted alongside a photo of Young Thug and Donald Glover.

Meanwhile, CBS News, nor the other outlets that mistook Reese for Thug, have issued apologies or statements about the mixups. Hip Hop supports LaFlare and calls for major media to rectify the situation.

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ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 19: Reese Laflare at Billboard “Hip Hop Live” Featuring Gunna at The Buckhead Theater on September 19, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia.(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

YSL Judge Says Someone Smuggled Marijuana For Unnamed Defendant: Report

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The RICO case involving alleged YSL associates has been filled with twists and turns. Eight co-defendants have already agreed to plea deals, including Gunna, and six others reportedly won’t go to trial because they haven’t yet secured attorneys. That means Young Thug and 13 others will face a judge and jury, and while the trial hasn’t officially begun, things are heating up in the courtroom.

We’ve been steadily covering the updates during the jury selection. Potential jurors are being vetted during the hardships portion of the process, and several have been excused. The judge recently ordered one juror to write a 30-page essay after they skipped a court hearing.

Read More: YSL Case: Juror Reportedly Skipped Court For Dominican Republic Trip

Now, Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Jozsef Papp has returned with another YSL update. On Twitter, Papp shared that “Judge Glanville announced there is going to be an investigation.” Someone reportedly attempted to smuggle in contraband.

They allegedly “brought clothing for one of the defendants with contraband (marijuana) in the shoes.” He further added, “Glanville said one of the defendants also refused with cooperating this morning (taking a shower and getting dressed) and defendants during transport yesterday were causing problems.”

Young Thug reportedly faces eight of the initial 65 charges set against the purported YSL affiliates.

“Mr. Williams has committed no crime whatsoever,” his attorney Brian Steel told ABC News. “We will fight this case ethically, legally, and zealously. Mr. Williams will be cleared.”

Those who copped to plea deals admitted that YSL was a criminal organization, while Thugger’s supporters state it is only a record label. There have been reports regarding the prosecution allegedly targeting Young Thug as the believed leader of YSL. If convicted, the rapper faces decades behind bars.

While Gunna seemingly enjoys his freedom, he has been a hot topic on social media. Both fans and the rapper’s peers have weighed in on his plea deal.

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A Juror In Young Thug’s RICO Trial Was Ordered To Write A 30-Page Essay After Failing To Report For Duty

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Look, nobody really looks forward to jury duty. Even the most civic-minded among us might find it an inconvenience, considering that legal proceedings can be tedious and inscrutable and trials can drag on for months at a time. However, one juror in Young Thug’s upcoming RICO trial is learning just how seriously they should take that responsibility — or at least, that’s the idea behind the judge ordering the woman to write a 30-page essay on the importance of jury service.

According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Juror No. 64 recently traveled to the Dominican Republic on business after trying to notify the court of her travel plans ahead of time. However, when she didn’t show up to court on Monday, Chief Judge Ural Glanville sent sheriff’s deputies to her grandmother’s home to collect her.

The juror said she travels frequently for work and didn’t get her summons until late December. “I didn’t really know I was in violation until the sheriff showed up,” she said. “I thought I was following directions.” However, that wasn’t enough to save her from being found in contempt of court for failure to appear. However, in lieu of sentencing her to jail (up to 20 days) or fining her (up to $1,000), Judge Glanville came up with a creative consequence.

The essay, which must be written in APA style with 10 primary sources and 10 secondary sources, will be due in three weeks and will be run through a plagiarism check. The juror must also appear again on February 13. If she doesn’t, harsher penalties may be applied. She’s otherwise excused from this round of service — but she’ll probably be a lot more eager to show up the next time she’s summoned. Judge Glanville offered his reasoning, reminding the juror that not very long ago, “people who looked like us couldn’t serve on juries. It was prohibited.”

Young Thug is accused of eight charges including gang activity, racketeering, and illegal weapon and drug possession. He’s one of over two dozen members of the alleged street gang “Young Slime Life” or “YSL” who was charged in a 56-count indictment in July of 2022. Thug maintains that YSL is really a record label standing for Young Stoner Life, and the case has drawn scrutiny for its use of Thug’s lyrics mentioning YSL to connect him to the alleged gang.

Several artists on the label have pled guilty to lesser charges of racketeering in exchange for their freedom; this could negatively influence the outcome of Thug’s defense, drawing criticism of those artists. Meanwhile, the terms of their plea deals mean that YSL Records, in its current form, will essentially be out of business, even if Thug is acquitted.

Young Thug is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.