Young Thug's racketeering trial has begun in Georgia. Jeffery Lamar Williams was busted on gang-related charges in May 2023 after being named in a sweeping 56-count grand jury indictment in Fulton County, Georgia. He is among 28 associated with the Atlanta-based Young Slime Life (YSL) gang, which he co-founded in 2012. His indictment spotlights use of rap lyrics as evidence. Lyrics from the 2018 track Anybody featuring Nicki Minaj refer to a killing authorized by Williams. "I never killed anybody, but I got something to do with that body," he repeats in the chorus, adding that he's the "general" of the group.
Young Thug was first charged with two counts, conspiring to violate the state’s RICO act and participating in street gang activity.
Williams was hit with drugs and weapons charges after cops searched his home following his arrest.
YSL is an acronym for ‘Young Slime Life’. It’s a hybrid Bloods gang in Atlanta.
Other rappers from the label were also indicted, including 'Gunna' Sergio Kitchens. 'Gunna', is also facing RICO charges. He was denied bond again and must remain behind bars until trial. Prosecutors argued that Gunna plays a leadership role in YSL and that he will intimidate witnesses if he is let out on bond. Prosecutors learned of many threats against witnesses.
Gunna, Young Thug.
On May 14, a nurse was caught trying to smuggle cocaine and pot into jail for Gunna.
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