Rapper Yak Gotti, born Deamonte Kendrick, sustained minor injuries after a stabbing incident at Fulton County Jail’s South Annex in Union City, Georgia. The altercation, which involved another incarcerated individual, occurred on Sunday, December 1, according to a statement from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office.
Details of the Incident
The Sheriff’s Office confirmed the altercation, stating, “Deamonte Kendrick, also known as rapper Yak Gotti, and another jail resident were in a physical altercation. Kendrick received treatment for minor injuries from a sharp object.” The case is under investigation to determine the aggressor, with potential charges pending.
Yak Gotti’s attorney, Douglas Weinstein, provided updates in a TikTok video, revealing that his client was transported to a hospital for stitches. “He sounded tired when I spoke to him,” Weinstein said, noting that further details on Gotti’s medical condition remain unclear.
Background: The YSL Records RICO Trial
Gotti is a defendant in the high-profile YSL Records racketeering case in Georgia, which has drawn significant public attention and criticism. Fellow defendants Young Thug and Gunna have opted for plea deals, with Gunna taking an Alford plea in December 2022.
In contrast, Yak Gotti has refused a plea deal and remains involved in ongoing trial deliberations, which are set to resume Monday.
Complex Legal Battle
The YSL trial has been marked by controversy and speculation, with public misunderstandings about the nature of plea deals. Gunna previously clarified his stance, stating, “I have NOT made any statements, have NOT been interviewed, have NOT cooperated, and have absolutely NO intention of being involved in the trial process in any way.”
Stay tuned to WrapUp TV for updates on Yak Gotti’s condition, the investigation, and developments in the YSL trial.
