The article provides the latest update about Derontae Bebee, a defendant in the YSL Rico case, who has reached a plea deal. It also gives some background information about the case, which involves rapper Young Thug and his alleged gang activities.
Derontae Bebee, a defendant in the YSL Rico case, has reached a plea deal
Derontae Bebee, one of the co-defendants in the YSL Rico case involving rapper Young Thug, has reached a plea deal with the prosecutors. He was sentenced to 15 years, with 5 years in prison and 10 years on probation. He pleaded guilty to several charges, including RICO, theft, drug, gang, robbery, hijacking, and gun offenses.
Bebee, also known as "Bee" or "B", was among the 28 people who were initially indicted on 56 violations of Georgia's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act in May 2022. The indictment alleged that they were part of a criminal gang named Young Slime Life (YSL), which was led by Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams. The gang was accused of being involved in acts of murder, aggravated assault, armed robbery, theft, sale of drugs, and other criminal activities.
Many of Young Thug's co-defendants have already pled guilty and accepted deals, leaving only six defendants, including the rapper himself, to face trial later this month. Young Thug was later indicted on six additional counts after searches of his home. If he is found guilty on all counts, he could face life in prison.
Bebee's plea deal was finalized on Wednesday, after months of jury selection. His attorney, Durante Partridge, said that it was a hard decision, but it was an opportunity for a second chance. He said that Bebee has taken full responsibility for his role in the YSL case, and that he was young and made some mistakes when he was younger. He also said that Bebee is not expected to testify during the trial, but he could if the prosecutors ask him to.
Superior Court Judge Ural Glanville told Bebee that he was 23 years old and had enough trials in his life. He urged him to reclaim his own life and make better choices in the future.
The YSL Rico case has drawn attention from the media and the public, as it involves one of the most popular and influential rappers in the music industry. Young Thug has been nominated for several awards, including Grammys, and has collaborated with artists such as Drake, Kanye West, Travis Scott, and Lil Wayne. He is also known for his unique style and voice, and his influence on the rap genre.
The trial is set to begin on November 15, 2023, and is expected to last for several weeks. The jury will hear evidence from the prosecutors and the defense, and will decide the fate of Young Thug and his co-defendants.
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Derontae Bebee, one of the co-defendants in the YSL Rico case involving rapper Young Thug, has reached a plea deal with the prosecutors. He was sentenced to 15 years, with 5 years in prison and 10 years on probation. He pleaded guilty to several charges, including RICO, theft, drug, gang, robbery, hijacking, and gun offenses. He is not expected to testify during the trial, which is set to begin on November 15, 2023. Young Thug and five other co-defendants are still facing trial and could face life in prison if convicted.