Did NBA Youngboy Get Arrested?
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Did NBA Youngboy get arrested? Find out the latest news and updates on the situation here.
Who is NBA Youngboy?
NBA Youngboy, born Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, is an American rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He first gained popularity in 2014 with his song “Bake Sale”, which was included on the compilation mixtape “Angels & Demons”. Youngboy’s debut studio album, “Ain’t Too Long”, was released in October 2017 and peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200 chart. He has released several other mixtapes and albums since then, including his 2018 album “Realer”, which reached number two on the Billboard 200.
In August 2019, NBA Youngboy was arrested on drug and gun charges in Tallahassee, Florida. He was released on bond the following month.
Why was he arrested?
According to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, NBA Youngboy (born Kentrell Gaulden) was arrested on three counts of attempted first-degree murder. The charges stem from a drive-by shooting that occurred on February 25, 2017 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Youngboy was arrested along with two other men, and all three are currently being held in the parish jail.
It is unclear exactly what role Youngboy played in the shooting, but investigators believe he was the shooter. If convicted, he faces up to 50 years in prison. This is not the first time Youngboy has been in trouble with the law; he has previously been arrested for assault, drug possession, and weapons violations.
What are the charges?
According to Heavy, the charges NBA Youngboy is facing include “attempted first degree murder, possession of a Schedule II narcotics, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon”. If convicted on all charges, he could face up to life in prison.
What is his bail?
According to online records from the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, NBA Youngboy (real name Kentrell DeSean Gaulden) was arrested on Saturday, February 16. The 20-year-old rapper was booked into Parish Prison on charges of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder.
NBA Youngboy’s bail has been set at $100,000, according to online records.
What is his next court date?
It is unknown what NBA Youngboy’s next court date is, as the information is not publically available. However, it is known that he is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder.
