In an unfolding legal drama, Atlanta rapper Slimelife Shawty finds himself in hot water during Young Thug’s RICO trial. Here’s what’s up.
- Slimelife Shawty testified that YSL, Young Thug’s label, is perceived as a gang by some, sparking online backlash.
- The rapper denies accusations of snitching, defending himself on social media against critics.
- The trial may face a mistrial due to courtroom slip-ups involving social media evidence.
- Judge Whitaker chastised prosecutors for showing unredacted evidence, adding to the trial’s tensions.
Atlanta rapper Slimelife Shawty, who has collaborated with big names like Future and Lil Durk, testified that YSL is seen by some as more than just a music label. He admitted to once treating YSL like a gang, which stirred controversy on social media.
Following his testimony, accusations of snitching surfaced online. Shawty responded fiercely on Instagram, rejecting the claims and calling out his naysayers.
During the trial, a mistake involving social media evidence might lead to a mistrial. Shawty was shown a post with a hashtag that was meant to be hidden from the jury.
This error prompted a call for a mistrial, as the defense argued that the jury’s impartiality was compromised by the exposure to the unredacted content.
Judge Paige Reese Whitaker criticized the prosecutors for their oversight, adding another layer of drama to the already tense trial.
The trial’s outcome remains uncertain as legal proceedings continue to unfold.
