Gangs – MOSAEC

Final Defendants in YSL Trial Are Acquitted of Murder and Gang Charges

The winding, yearslong case against the star Atlanta rapper Young Thug, who recently pleaded guilty to gang charges, and five others concluded on Tuesday.

By Joe Coscarelli

Atlanta (Ga) Decisions and Verdicts Gangs Probation and Parole Racketeering and Racketeers Rap and Hip-Hop Sentences (Criminal) Williams, Jeffery Lamar (Young Thug)

Banned From Atlanta: The Challenges of Young Thug’s Unique Probation

The rapper was released from jail last week after a surprise guilty plea. For 15 years, a set of strict requirements will govern his life and music.

By Joe Coscarelli

Atlanta (Ga) Drug Abuse and Traffic Gangs Racketeering and Racketeers Rap and Hip-Hop Williams, Jeffery Lamar (Young Thug)

Young Thug Pleads Guilty in YSL Case Nearly a Year Into Trial

The star Atlanta rapper admitted to six counts, including participating in criminal street gang activity, ending his role in the longest trial in Georgia history.

By Joe Coscarelli

Atlanta (Ga) Gangs Rap and Hip-Hop Williams, Jeffery Lamar (Young Thug)

One Defendant Accepts a Plea Deal Amid Young Thug’s RICO Trial

Prosecutors have accused the star Atlanta rapper of leading a gang in the longest trial in Georgia history. The case has been further delayed by plea negotiations.

By Joe Coscarelli and Julia Jacobs