Long-running Young Thug gang trial to end without any murder convictions
June 4, 2025
The long-running gang case involving Atlanta rapper Young Thug will end without a single murder conviction. The rapper, whose real name is Jeffery Williams, and 27 others were indicted more than three years ago on gang and racketeering charges. A trial in the case lasted about a year and was plagued by problems. The last remaining murder charge was dropped Monday. Prosecutors said they were locking up a violent street gang. But critics slammed their use of song lyrics and social media posts. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was also criticized for overcomplicating the case by using the state’s anti-racketeering law.
