Key Takeaways:
– Lil Durk, an award-winning rapper, arrested in Florida for an alleged murder-for-hire scheme.
– The rapper’s detention follows charges against five individuals linked to his rap group, OTF, over a fatal shooting in 2022.
– Suspects are said to have carried out the attack as retribution for the murder of an upcoming rapper under OTF.
– Previous murder charges against Lil Durk were dropped in 2019.
– A lawsuit reached Lil Durk, accusing him of involvement in another fatal shooting.
Arrest of Lil Durk
Lil Durk, a popular American rapper, has been taken into custody on serious charges associated with a murder-for-hire plot. Residing under his real name, Durk Devontay Banks, the rapper was apprehended in Broward County, Florida, on a Thursday evening and remains held without bail.
Continuous Legal Troubles
This alarming incident unfolds after five people associated with the rapper’s hip-hop group, Only The Family (OTF), fell under suspicion. The individuals are in hot water in connection with a shooting incident in 2022 that resulted in the death of Quando Rondo’s cousin, a rival rapper.
Rising Star on the U.S. Billboard Chart
Despite his legal battles, Lil Durk’s career has soared over the past few years. Since 2019, the rapper has landmarked six albums on the top five of the U.S. Billboard chart. He has also worked on hit singles with high-profile artists, like Drake and J Cole. The 33-year-old Chicago native boasts four Grammy nominations, including a win for Best Melodic Rap Performance in February for “All My Life,” a collaboration with J Cole.
OTF and The City’s Drill Rap
Lil Durk, established OTF in 2010, significantly contributing to the city’s thriving drill rap scene. Insiders report the recent shooting in LA in 2022 was a calculated response to the 2020 murder of upcoming OTF rapper, King Von.
Previous Criminal Allegations
Quando Rondo’s friend once faced charges for King Von’s murder but was subsequently cleared. The original indictment suggests an unnamed co-conspirator offered incentives, like money and promising opportunities with OTF, to anyone who assisted in assassinating Quando Rondo. Last year, the indicted men were allegedly involved in a shooting incident that targeted Quando Rondo and his relatives.
Unending Crime Linkages
Another lawsuit claimed that Lil Durk, along with OTF and King Von, was implicated in the 2020 shooting of FBG Duck, a Chicago rapper. This lawsuit followed Lil Durk’s clearance from attempted murder charges linked to a 2019 shooting incident in Atlanta.
BBC attempted to reach the rapper’s team for comment but received no response. With ongoing investigations, it is uncertain what the future holds for Lil Durk and his career.