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Lawyer Reveals YFN Lucci’s Strategy in RICO vs. Young Thug Case

todayDecember 30, 2022

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Lawyer Drew Findling revealed YFN Lucci’s plan regarding the RICO case against Young Thug. He stated that Lucci is not planning to testify against Young Thug. Young Thug’s trial will begin in January 2023. Young Thug will be tried together with 14 co-defendants named in the RICO case against YSL.

Why Was YFN Lucci arrested?

YFN Lucci is currently in jail after being arrested on multiple charges, including felony murder, aggravated assault, participating in street gang activity, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. The popular rapper, whose real name is Rayshawn Bennett, was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals in Atlanta on January 8. He is held without bond at the Fulton County Jail.

Lucci is also facing charges in connection with the shooting death of 28-year-old James Adams, which took place in Atlanta on December 10. Adams was shot multiple times and later died at a local hospital. Lucci also faces charges of shooting at two other men, who were not injured, on the same day.

If convicted of felony murder, Lucci could face a minimum sentence of 10 years and a maximum of life in prison. The other charges he is facing carry a potential sentence of 20 years in prison. Lucci is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on January 17.

YFN Lucci’s Career

YFN Lucci, born Rayshawn Bennett, is an American rapper from Atlanta, Georgia. He is currently signed to Think It’s A Game Records and Warner Bros. Records. Lucci rose to prominence in 2016 with his single, “Key to the Streets”, which peaked at number 35 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. On December 10, 2019, Lucci was arrested and charged with felony murder and aggravated assault in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Atlanta on December 5.

Written by: Jessica Sommerfield

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