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Tsu Surf Indicted on Federal Racketeering Charges & Firearms Possession
On Thursday (Oct. 13) afternoon, rapper Tsu Surf was arrested by U.S. Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force On RICO Charges, in connection to a case by the DEA.
According to FOX5NY, Tsu Surf, born Rahjon M. Cox, appeared in federal court on Friday (Oct. 15) in front of a judge virtually where we learned he is being indicted on federal racketeering charges. During the proceedings, it was revealed that Surf has been indicted on one count of racketeering conspiracy, which carries a max penalty of 20 years, and one count of possession of firearms & ammunition by a convicted felon, which carries a max penalty of 10 years.
Surf replied to the judge with the understanding of the charges and has hired a lawyer. However, his attorney could not be present until Monday. The judge replied that due to his higher income, he did not qualify for free counsel. However, he provided one, nonetheless.
Surf is one of 10 people listed on the indictment. “Prosecutors say he is apart of the Rolling 60s Crip Gang and that gang is accused of murder, robbery, among other crimes,” said the FOX5NY reporter, Chris Welch.
Tsu Surf will remain behind bars as a bail hearing has not yet been scheduled.
#tsusurf @Tsu_Surf & 9 other alleged members of Rolling 60 Crips in NJ indicted on federal RICO charges for crimes including murder, drugs & weapons possession. #streetsoldiers #hot97 #fox5ny pic.twitter.com/Yrv6bDR6BN
— LISA EVERS (@LisaEvers) October 15, 2022
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Ashanti & Nelly Engaged & Expecting First Child Together
It’s official! Ashanti and Nelly are expecting their first child together.
The songstress confirmed to ESSENCE, saying, “This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation. Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.”
In addition to the news, the couple has announced their partnership as co-owners of Proov, alongside founder Amy Beckley, PhD. Proov is a pioneering diagnostics company that offers affordable at-home tests designed to aid couples in their conception journey, providing valuable insights and support without breaking the bank. These medical-grade tests illuminate potential obstacles to conception, empowering individuals on their path to parenthood.
Congratulations to Ashanti who is expecting her first child with Nelly.
— miixtapechiick.com (@MXCKdotCom) April 17, 2024
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This new addition will mark Ashanti’s first child and Nelly’s third. The “Hot in Herre” rapper is also a father to his adult children, Chanelle, 29, and Cornell Haynes III, 24, from a previous relationship. Nelly also adopted his late sister Jackie Donahue’s children, Shawn and Sydney Thomas, after her passing from leukemia in 2005.
Ashanti shared her pregnancy announcement on Instagram through a heartwarming video that included a moment with her mother, Tina Douglas. In the clip, Ashanti is seen preparing for a show, and her mother, acting as her timekeeper, asks how much time she needs to get ready. After being asked twice, Ashanti emerges from behind the curtains and responds, “I’ma need about nine months,” leaving Tina pleasantly surprised by the joyous news.
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NBA YoungBoy Arrested in Utah: Facing Charges Ranging from Drug Offenses to Identity Fraud
NBA YoungBoy, also known as YoungBoy Never Broke Again, has found himself in legal trouble once again as he was apprehended on Tuesday, Apr. 16, in Utah. The charges against him span a range of offenses, from identity fraud and forgery to multiple drug-related charges.
According to records from the Cache County Sheriff’s Office, the charges, which originated from his hometown in Louisiana, include patterns of unlawful activity, attempts to obtain drugs, identity fraud, forgery, possession of controlled substances, and possession of a dangerous weapon. At the time of his arrest, NBA YoungBoy, born Kentrell Gaulden, was under house arrest in Utah.
In October 2022, YoungBoy Never Broke Again was granted bond by Louisiana Chief U.S. District Judge Shelly Dick after being arrested in March 2022. He had been placed in FBI custody due to an outstanding warrant related to drug and weapons charges from a September 2020 arrest in Baton Rouge, where he was filming a music video.
Last month, NBA YoungBoy released his seventh studio project, titled “Compliments Of Gravedigger Mountain,” featuring 13 tracks. Notably, this marks his thirteenth project in the past two years alone.
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Gunna Announces New Album ‘One of Wun’
Gunna has announced the release of his new album, “One of Wun.”
The cover art, created by Calvin Clausell Jr. with creative direction by Spike Jordan of The Genius Club and art direction/design by Tal Midyan, was unveiled to accompany the announcement on socials. While no release date has been specified, the album is now available for pre-order, including physical copies.
The album will be distributed by Young Stoner Records/300 Entertainment.
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