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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.”

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

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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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.

Funk Flex No Longer Boycotting 6ix9ine’s Music

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Once again, Tekashi 6ix9ine is ruffling feathers, and Funk Flex shared a few thoughts. 6ix9ine, along with several other artists, has been vocal about Gunna taking a plea deal in the YSL Rico case. Gunna was the first of eight co-defendants to cop to a plea, sparking a wide range of discussions regarding snitching.

The rapper’s attorney has clarified that Gunna didn’t cooperate with the authorities. However, there seems to be an “unfollow” trend happening at the moment, and it’s reported that rappers like Lil Baby, Meek Mill, and Polo G have quietly deleted Gunna.

Read More: 6ix9ine Trolls Gunna In Latest IG Post

Meanwhile, 6ix9ine has made Gunna a target. He’s compared the response to his legal controversy to that of the Georgia hitmaker, and Funk Flex chimed in with a post where he says he’s no longer boycotting 6ix9ine’s music.

“OBVIOUSLY ACCORDING TO REPORTS… 😂😂😂😂😂😂 THE TREND AMONGST ALOT OF CURRENT RAPPERS (SINCE AND BEFORE 6IX 9INE) CONSIST OF COOPERATING AND TESTIFYING!” the Hot 97 icon wrote a caption to an Instagram post.

Flex also added that “many of your favorite [artists] cooperate with law enforcement.” He said he didn’t want to name names.

“MAN WHO WE KIDDING… ITS SEEMS THAT THESE NEW RAPPERS AINT DOING 10-20 YEARS WITH / FOR NOBODY! (THEY NOT DOING 5 YEARS) 🤷🏽‍♂️.”

Read More: 6ix9ine Explains How He Thinks Gunna’s Plea Deal Hurt Young Thug’s Defense

Flex also said Bobby Shmurda, Rowdy Rebel, Fetty Wap, Boosie Badazz, and Young Thus “are the last of the stand up tradition.” He was seemingly referencing the rappers who did their prison time.

The post ended with Funk Flex telling Tekashi to send over his new music. This certainly caused a stir in Hip Hop circles, so let us know if you agree with Flex.

Gunna Dissed By Lil Durk & Unfollowed By Lil Baby

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After Gunna’s release from prison following a plea deal, the rap world reacted with mixed emotions. Many thought the YSL rapper snitched on his codefendants, while others understand the circumstances. However, some are apparently taking stronger stances. Lil Durk teased a song on Instagram that seemingly shaded Gunna, while Lil Baby unfollowed the “pushin p” rapper on Instagram.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 02: Gunna attends the 2022 Costume Institute Benefit celebrating In America: An Anthology of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 02, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

“What happened to Virgil? He probably gon’ tell,” rapper Durk in the song tease. “I let him go because Timo ain’t selling / Thank 7 and Booka I’m bragging on Melvin / When lil boo and them mad it ain’t nothing you can tell them / I can tell you what I did for the streets / you got the paperwork, did it and reached / I got on Clubhouse and got in the beef.”

Moreover, both Durkio and Gunna appeared on the track “What Happened To Virgil,” which is what really points this diss. Also, there’s the mention of paperwork. While this could honestly be interpreted as an open diss, it’s hard not to think of Gunna given their collab and the timeliness of his release. Still, this one is relatively up in the air.

Meanwhile, eagle-eyed fans noticed that Lil Baby stopped following his “Drip Too Hard” co-spitter on Instagram. What makes this exchange interesting is that the It’s Only Me rapper has a collab album with both these artists. In fact, given the wide overlap of their fanbases, this news is as sad as it is understandable. With the current conversation around snitching, artists are bound to draw the line somewhere.

These developments came during Young Thug’s RICO trial, which he faces with 13 other codefendants. Furthermore, the last update we got was a report that someone tried to smuggle marijuana to an unnamed defendant.

What do you think of Lil Durk seemingly dissing Gunna and Lil Baby unfollowing his Atlanta partner? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, check back in with HNHH for the latest from Gunna, snitch allegations, and the YSL case.

Lil Gotit Warns Everyone To Not Post About Lil Keed

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Jury selection in Young Thug and YSL’s RICO case is officially underway. However, the reports that it could last six-nine months is evidently proving to make it difficult in selecting the jury.

Now that the trial is beginning though, there have certainly been some interesting developments happening.

Lil Gotit attends the BET Awards Radio Broadcast Center at Microsoft Theater on June 22, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images for BET)

On Wednesday (January 11), Lil Gotit took to his Instagram account to share a message to the public. “My momma said she would like for nobody to post Keed in any type of way. Like, tryna be funny.. Just don’t post it. Lil Gotit’s gon’ say something, that’s all I’ma say. I don’t give a f*ck what nobody do or nobody say, just don’t post Keed, I don’t care. I just got on here to say that,” he starts off.

“That’s what my mom said. Nobody post bruh. It could be happy, it could tryna be funny, it could be you really f*ck with him.. just don’t post him at all. I’m having no [mis]understandments about this sh*t, you hear me?” the “She Know It” rapper continues afterwards.

This comes as a response to Gunna making his first Instagram post since taking the plea deal last month. “N*ggas acting like they switching to a side But it’s only one side . #YsltheLabel #FreeThug&Yak GUNNA BACC!!!!!” reads the caption. The photo shows the “pushin P” rapper in what appears to be a studio set-up in his house.

The post hasn’t garnered a positive response thus far. Young Thug’s sister, HiDoraah, allegedly unfollowed the DS4EVER rapper following the caption. Thugger’s brother, Unfoonk, is also taking exception to it. “All Dat Internet Sh*t Not P,” he says in a subsequent Instagram Story.

Additionally, 6ix9ine is also inserting himself in the drama. “In court you said it was a gang here on IG u saying the label. Lol u can’t make this shit up,” reads his comment. Of course, the “FEFE” rapper has been criticizing Gunna for taking the plea deal ever since it happened.

Of course, Keed is Gotit’s brother. In May of last year, the “Snake” rapper passed away at 24 years old. The official cause of death is from eosinophilia, a disease that reportedly fights against white blood cells.

Regardless, it will certainly be interesting to hear whatever it is that Lil Gotit is teasing that he’s going to say.

What are your thoughts on the unfolding situation? Comment down below. Finally, make sure you stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest updates in the trial and all other pop culture news.

Jim Jones Speaks On Gunna: “None Of My N*ggas Took A Plea”

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Much has been said about Gunna and the seven others who accepted plea deals in the YSL RICO case. The trial is slated to begin soon as potential jurors are currently being vetted. Hip Hop has weighed in heavily with reactions, and Jim Jones addressed the controversy surrounding Gunna being free while Young Thug remains behind bars.

“It’s a touchy situation,” Jones said in the clip. “I don’t know the ins and out of it. I don’t know the whole situation. All I can see is what I see. And from where I come from, taking a plea when you have co-defendants is really not the thing you supposed to do.”

Read More: Gunna Will Plead The 5th If Called To Testify Against YSL

“You ever catch a case by yourself and sh*t, that’s something different,” the Harlem icon also said. “I think taking a plea is a touchy thing, and I don’t really wanna touch too much on it and sh*t like that because I’ve seen my n*ggas go through some of the certain things.”

“But I can say this: None of my n*ggas took a plea.” Jones further stated that some of his friends are locked up, “doing the time.”

Read More: 6ix9ine Explains How He Thinks Gunna’s Plea Deal Hurt Young Thug’s Defense

Jones added, “They accepted what they did. They accepted who snitched on ’em, they accepted it all. And they all sat down and did they time. Nobody tried to take a plea, nobody tried to go around.” Additionally, “N*ggas even went to trial and did everything they could except do that.”

Last night, Gunna returned to social media via an Instagram post. He supported both YSL and the late Lil Keed, but it was met with tension. It seems that several of Keed’s relatives no longer support Gunna.

The rapper accepted a plea deal during the holiday season and has faced many accusations regarding cooperating with the authorities. Gunna’s attorney insists the rapper did not snitch on anyone and doesn’t plan on testifying against his former co-defendants.

YSL Trial: Potential Juror Tried To Contact Young Thug’s Attorney’s Law Firm

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Court personnel launched an investigation into a potential juror who allegedly tried to contact Young Thug’s lawyer’s firm via e-mail.

Day five of jury selection began this morning with a particular focus on the hardships that the trial could cause. Cathy Russon, an executive producer at Law & Order network, revealed that the trial could last anywhere between 6 to 9 months. Many of the potential jurors are concerned over the financial hardship that could cause, whether a loss of income or child care.

One of the potential jurors, however, might be in hot water after Brian Steele, Thug’s attorney, revealed they tried to reach out to his law firm via e-mail. Though the content of the e-mail wasn’t disclosed, it was enough for the judge to call for an investigation of the matter.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 01: Young Thug performs during 2021 Lollapalooza at Grant Park on August 01, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Erika Goldring/WireImage,)
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – AUGUST 01: Young Thug performs during 2021 Lollapalooza at Grant Park on August 01, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Erika Goldring/WireImage,)

Steele forwarded the e-mail to the judge after it was received, confirming that he did not respond. Afterward, the judge called for court personnel to investigate the matter.

Overall, the court’s had difficulties during the jury selection process. One of the potential jurors reportedly didn’t return this week after flying out to the Dominican Republic. Judge Glanville ordered law enforcement to go to her home and later stated that she must be brought directly to court from the airport. Another juror also called in sick.

Most notably, a Paralympic athlete for Team Canada said that he couldn’t serve on the jury due to qualifying events. Then, a doctor stated that he’d lose $300K if he served on the jury.

We’ll keep you posted on any more updates regarding Young Thug’s trial and the investigation into the potential juror.

Young Thug’s Jury Selection Begins Today In RICO Trial

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The day felt like it would never come, but finally, YSL’s RICO Trial is officially underway. Since Young Thug, Gunna, and a slew of other affiliates were arrested in the spring of 2022, the hip-hop community has been eagerly waiting to watch the case play out in court.

Many – including the DS4EVER rapper – have taken plea deals to secure their freedom. Thugger, however, has remained in custody from day one. According to previous reports, the only deals put on the table for him would still result in life in prison.

As France24 reports, jury selection began earlier today (January 9) in the city of Atlanta. The process will likely be a lengthy one, as final members must be impartial to the situation.

The trial itself is due to last much of this year as prosecutors attempt to prove that Young Thug’s record label is a crime ring front. The defence has vehemently denied these allegations. They insist that YSL (Young Stoner Life Records) is “a music label and vague association of artists.”

One element of this case that’s specifically raising eyebrows is the use of the So Much Fun hitmaker’s lyrics in the courtroom. Earlier this month, a video of a judge awkwardly reciting bars from “Slime Shit” began circulating online.

According to TMZ, other songs we may hear from prosecutors are “Take it to Trial,” “Ski,” and “Slatty.”

Elsewhere it’s been noted that the state could call over 300 witnesses, including Lil Wayne. It remains unclear what other famous faces may appear in court, though Thugger’s far-reaching influence has connected him with much of the industry over the years.

The Atlanta native has pleaded not guilty to his charges, and his attorney seems confident in his ability to clear his client’s name.

Read about the questions for potential jurors in the YSL RICO case here. Afterward, tell us what you think Young Thug’s ultimate fate will be in the comment section.

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Young Thug YSL Trial’s Juror Questionnaires Revealed: Report

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Reporters revealed the juror questionnaires for Young Thug’s upcoming trial in the YSL RICO case. Moreover, hundreds of potential jurors filled these out and continue to submit them. Some of the questions included in the questionnaire have surfaced online as the jury selection process continues. While this may seem minimal to those unfamiliar, it could seriously impact Thugger’s verdict in the long run.

ATLANTA, GA – JANUARY 15: Young Thug performs during Gunna Presents New Album “DS4EVER” Concert at The Masquerade on January 15, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

WSB-TV (Channel 2) reported on Thursday (January 5th) that over 200 potential jurors have responded to the form. More specifically, the questionnaire contains over 250 questions. Michael Seiden of Channel 2 highlighted some of the most interesting examples, in his opinion.

Here are some examples of the questions included in the questionnaire. “Do you listen to hip-hop or rap? Have you ever head of record label “YSL-Young Stoner Life”? Have you heard of Lil Wayne or Birdman, have you posted anything about this case on social media? Do you have an opinion about a person who has head and neck tattoos?

“Do you have an opinion about a person who has dreadlocks or tattoos?” Seiden’s Twitter post displayed. It also included “Do you have an opinion about a person who ‘flashes’ guns, cash, or “gang signs”? Do you or anyone you know own any ‘Slime Life’ paraphernalia? Are you familiar with these rappers: Rayshawn Bennett, under the name ‘YFN Lucci,’ Jeffery Williams, under the name ‘Young Thug,’ Serio Kitchens, under the name ‘Gunna,’ [or] Bryan Williams, under the name ‘Birdman’?”

Meanwhile, potential jurors sat down on Thursday to watch Ural D. Glanville read the whole 95-page indictment against the 14 accused 14 YSL members. Afterwards, on Friday, 200 more possible jury members repeated the process. However, according to Seiden’s reports, both sides of the court will cut jurors from the list. Furthermore, he stated they hope to have a set jury by the end of February. Moreover, Judge Glanville said the trial could last as long as a year.

Still, what do you think of these juror questionnaires in the case of Young Thug and YSL? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, check back in with HNHH for the latest updates on this case.

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[WATCH] Judge in YSL Trial Reads Lyrics From “Slime Sh*t” in Court

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Judge in YSL Trial Reads Lyrics From "Slime Sh*t" in Court

During the latest court hearing in the YSL Rico case, Judge Ural D. Glanville read lyrics from a YSL song, specifically rapped by Lil Duke and Yak Gotti, in the courtroom. The single is “Slime Shit.”

“Hey, this that slime shit, hey
YSL shit, hey
Killin’ 12 shit, hey
Fuck a jail shit, hey…
Cookin’ white brick, hey…
I’m not new to this, hey, I’m so true to this, hey
I done put a whole slime on a hunnid licks, hey, hey…
Slime or get slimed, maniac don’t have a mind…
Got banana clips for all these niggas actin’ monkey…”

You can see the judge recite them below.

As the judge presiding over the Young Thug/YSL trial, Fulton County Superior Court Chief Judge Ural D. Glanville will substantially influence the proceedings. While the jury ultimately will decide all the disputed issues of fact, Chief Judge Glanville will oversee all aspects of jury selection and presentation of the case. He will rule on evidentiary objections, motions to exclude evidence, testimony and witnesses, and post-trial motions and will issue the final instructions to the jury before their deliberations. While it is difficult to predict how he will decide these issues, understanding his background can give insight into how effective he may be and how he will assert himself in these proceedings. You can learn more about Judge Glanville here.

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