In a surprising turn of events, rapper Young Thug, legally known as Jeffery Lamar Williams, has decided to plead guilty in what has become Georgia's longest-running criminal trial, according to CNN. The trial, which began with jury selection in January 2023, has faced numerous delays and has been a subject of intense public interest due to Young Thug's prominence in the music industry.

The charges against Young Thug revolve around his alleged leadership of the street gang Young Slime Life (YSL), which is accused of a range of crimes, including murder, armed robbery, drug dealing, and carjacking. The case is being prosecuted under Georgia's RICO statute, which is typically used to target organized crime. Prosecutors have also linked YSL to the national Bloods gang.

Young Thug's decision to plead guilty comes after a series of developments in the trial. Three co-defendants have already accepted plea deals, and a recent prosecutorial error during testimony nearly led to a mistrial. In return for his guilty plea, the rapper was sentenced to time served and will be released from custody and have to serve 15 years on probation as part of the non-negotiated plea agreement.

The trial has garnered significant attention not only because of Young Thug's celebrity status but also due to the serious nature of the charges. The rapper's legal team has been working diligently to navigate the complexities of the case, which has seen multiple setbacks and procedural issues.