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Young Thug pleads guilty in racketeering trial, sentenced to probation

Vaseline October 31, 2024

Topline

Rapper Young Thug will be released after accepting a plea deal in his lengthy racketeering case on Thursday, according to multiple sources, although he will serve at least 15 years of probation.

The verdict was pronounced on Thursday evening. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, file)

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Key facts

Young Thug, officially known as Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty to three drug charges, two gun charges and one gang charge.

Williams also entered a plea to one count of racketeering conspiracy and a separate gang charge, which could see him punished for the criminal charges.

This is a development story. Check back for updates.