Lil Durk is now facing accusations of financing efforts to eliminate witnesses tied to his 2022 murder case, according to newly revealed court filings.

Federal prosecutors allege that the 30-year-old Chicago native utilized his wealth and influence to put bounties on individuals connected to the case, including the family member of a witness.

The claims surfaced as part of ongoing proceedings linking Lil Durk to the fatal shooting of 24-year-old gang leader Stephon Mack outside the Youth Peace Center of Roseland in Chicago.

Mack, an alleged Gangster Disciples leader, was gunned down in January 2022.

The allegations paint a broader picture of Lil Durk’s purported strategies, which authorities argue center on silencing potential threats.

“Lil Durk’s modus operandi is clear: he will use his power, his money, and his influence…to endanger anyone who he perceives as a threat, including witnesses in this case,” prosecutors stated in court documents.

They allege these actions have been carried out covertly via intermediaries, even as Durk remained scrutinized and locked up.

Lil Durk’s legal troubles stem in part from prosecutors’ determination to tie him to a series of retaliatory actions they believe were orchestrated following the 2021 killing of his brother Dontay Banks, also known as DThang.

Investigators cite social media activity, song lyrics, including references in Durk’s track “Ahhh Haa,” and recorded prison calls as evidence of his involvement in multiple violent plots.

Despite his position as a prominent figure in the Drill music genre and a father of several children, Lil Durk remains a focal point of federal investigations into gang violence.

He’s not yet been formally charged in Mack’s murder, but mounting evidence continues to fuel the federal government’s argument to hold him in custody during pretrial proceedings.

Lil Durk is being held for his alleged involvement in a suspected murder-for-hire plot with five men associated within his OTF collective.

Federal prosecutors in California indicted Kavon London Grant, Deandre Dontrell Wilson, Keith Jones, David Brian Lindsey and Asa Houston for conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire and murder-for-hire involving a death.

Lil Durk is accused of paying the men to kill rapper Quando Rondo. Instead, they fatally shot Quando Rondo’s cousin Saviay’a Robinson in Los Angeles in August 2022.

The shooting was believed to be in retaliation for Quando Rondo’s alleged involvement in the death of fellow rapper King Von in November 2020.

King Von, real name Dayvon Daquan Bennett, died aged 26 after being shot multiple times during an altercation in Atlanta, Georgia.

The latest revelations presented by prosecutors played a key role in a judge’s decision to deny Lil Durk’s multimillion-dollar bail proposal, keeping him locked up at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles.

The court determined that no combination of conditions could reasonably assure the safety of witnesses and others involved in the case if Durk were to be released.

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Lil Wayne is getting cooked on social media over his reaction to the news that a former Super Bowl champion NFL coach accepted a position to coach college football in a less than desirable division.

On Thursday (December 13), the New Orleans Hip-Hop veteran shared his thoughts on former NFL coach and Patriots legend Bill Belichick accepting the job as the head coach of University of North Carolina. The university released details of the contract he signed, which is a five year deal set at $10 million per year — with the first three years guaranteed.

News of Belichick accepting the coaching gigg at the ACC school follows his announcement he had parted ways from the Patriots after spending 24 seasons with the franchise — during which he won six Super Bowls. In a tweet he posted congratulating Belichick, Lil Wayne appeared to call out critics judging the future NFL Hall of Fame coach over his new position.

“Man much respect 2da GOAT coach Bill Belichick,” Lil Wayne wrote in the tweet.

Lil Wayne then used his Carter III album deep-cut, “Love Me Or Hate Me,” to offer Belichick words of encouragement to block out the “envy” Weezy claimed he attracts.

“Not sure why they’re all hatin but I believe it to be envy and just a bunch of folks that don’t know how to simply say ‘congratulations’ or nada,” he wrote. “A wise man once said ‘u can luv me or hate me, I swear it wont make me or break me’…”

In an Instagram post AllHipHop shared featuring Lil Wayne’s tweet, numerous users came for Weezy over what they collectively allege is hypocrisy due to the fact that he didn’t congratulate Kendrick Lamar after he was announced as the Super Bowl Halftime performer.

“Hilarious considering he didn’t give buddy a congratulations for the Super Bowl,” a user wrote in a comment they concluded with the phrase, “Idols become rivals.”

Another user added, “This a weird statement comin from the weez lol ~ truth audacity in one.”

There were a number of users who commented in defense of Wayne, including one user in particular to elected to draw a line in the sand when it comes to the onging rap beef between Weezy’s former pupil Drake and Lamar.

“Lol look at the Kendrick fans, Wayne’s beef is with the nfl not Kenny,” the user wrote before adding, “By the way all ignorant responses will be ignored.”

Another user chimed in, writing, “That’s all Kendrick was saying bruhhh,” referencing Lamar’s GNX track “wacced out murals” in which he called out Wayne over his disappointment that he wasn’t selected to perform at the Super Bowl—even though its in his hometown of New Orleans.

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(UPDATE) OG Maco remains on life support at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after an apparent suicide attempt. The Atlanta rapper’s manager, who goes by Poppa Perc on Instagram, shared another update on Friday (December 13).

“Most of yall seen the internet so far,” he wrote. “We need everyone pray for my brother OG Maco !! He’s in critical condition right now and they need to get him to a stable enough condition to work on him. The latest update is we are waiting on the neurologist to look over his brain scan.

“I’m sorry if you have tried to reach out and I have not gotten back. I’ve been dealing with press for the past 24 hours every one has been blowing me up and reaching out for the next story update. Please Keep Maco and his family in your Prayers.”

The Instagram post was up for approximately six minutes before it was deleted. Stay tuned.

(UPDATE) OG Maco is clinging to life at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, his day-to-day manager Poppa Perc confirms to AllHipHop.

First responders were called to the Atlanta rapper’s home on Thursday morning (December 12) after a neighbor heard a gunshot. Poppa Perc revealed he shot himself in the head in an apparent suicide attempt.

“I thought he was dead when I first saw him,” his manager tells us. “We were about rebrand and drop [new music] under a whole new alias. We need everyone’s prayers.” He grimly added, “But don’t get your hopes up. We don’t have too much information. They won’t even let us come to the hospital.”

Poppa Perc said OG Maco is currently on life support and doctors were doing everything they could to save him. This is a developing story. 

Atlanta rapper OG Maco is alive according to his day-to-day manager Poppa Perc.

A rumor that Maco had died appeared to start on Thursday (December 12) with an Instagram post from DJ Tony Neal, who shared a photo of Maco with the caption, “No wonder why I didn’t hear back from you, baby bro @ogxmaco in Aug when u said you didn’t wanna do music no more, I thought it was goin’ thru a slump, but now I see .. it was bigger than that #TheRage.”

The comments were swift, with many expressing their disbelief. As Lex Luger wrote, “Naaa bro wtf! Same here. I was always trying to get bro to do some music cause he so talented! We would always talk about mental health and real n#### problems don’t tell me he gone.”

DJ Paul wrote in the comment section, “Love U Nephew! Wish I knew how bad you was hurting inside,” suggesting he took his own life.

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DJ Paul soon posted a since-deleted Instagram reel of his own, writing, ” Love U Nephew! We wish people we love spoke out to us more about whats going on inside but a lot of times its hard for some because this world is so driven on ‘Impressions.’” But Poppa Perc replied, “Hit my dm rn I’m his manager he’s not dead.”

DJ Paul followed up with yet another since-deleted Instagram post about OG Maco. This time, he wrote in the comment section, “Still alive!” and said he was “praying” for him.

OG Maco (real name Maco Mattox) released his breakout hit, “U Guessed It,” in 2014. The track gained massive attention for its minimalist beat and Maco’s explosive delivery. It became a viral sensation, earning him a deal with Quality Control Music, the same label as Migos and Lil Yachty.

Over the years, OG Maco has released numerous mixtapes and projects showcasing his versatility, blending trap, punk and experimental sounds, but his career has faced several challenges. In 2016, he was involved in a severe car accident that left him with multiple injuries. A few years later, he revealed he had a rare skin disease (flesh-eating necrotizing fasciitis), which significantly affected his appearance and required extensive treatment.

In 2019, he opened up about his condition in a series of photos and videos on his Instagram Stories, which included the immense scabbing that covered most of his face and scalp.

“So much healing has a [sic] occurred thanks to God and my doctors that I’m willing to show all a fraction of what I’ve been going through,” Maco wrote over a photo. “I was improperly treated for a minor rash and ended up with a skin eating disease for the last few months. This is the best it’s looked. I hope it gives someone hope.”

OG Maco also revealed he’d been dealing with it alone, adding, “I’ve been going through this alone 90% of the time, without the support of the person I love, without most of my ‘friends,’ without anything but my own strength and God. Girlfriends/Lovers will leave you at your worst. Friendship is many times just a word. Actions are everything. Believe in those who show you actions worth believing in.”

Maco hasn’t posted anything on Instagram since November 2. AllHipHop has reached out to Poppa Perc in hope of some answers. This is a developing story. 

 

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Lil Durk remains behind bars after a judge rejected his request for bond. 

On Thursday (December 13), attorneys for the Chicago rapper reportedly proposed an extensive bail package, including $2.3 million in property and $1 million cash from Sony Music. The defense also offered electronic monitoring, 24-hour security at a secure property, and the handover of all electronic devices. 

Prosecutors say the proposed bond conditions were “woefully inadequate.” They argued Banks is a danger to the community and labeled him a flight risk, stating the evidence against Lil Durk warranted his detention.  

U.S. Magistrate Judge Patricia Donahue agreed, telling the Los Angeles court, “I find that there is no condition or combination of conditions that will reasonably assure the safety of the community.” 

She added, “The allegations are not that the defendant personally pulled the trigger. The allegations are that the defendant exercises a significant amount of control over others.”   

Lil Durk was arrested in October for his alleged involvement in a murder-for-hire plot. The rapper and five other men were indicted on federal charges for allegedly plotting to kill rapper Quando Rondo in retaliation for King Von’s 2020 murder. 

His trial date is set for January 7, 2025. Lil Durk faces life in prison if convicted. 

Lil Durk Allegedly Tied To “Other Murders”

Meanwhile, prosecutors linked Durk to another murder, the killing of an alleged gang leader outside a community center on the Far South Side of Chicago in 2022. 

A newly unsealed indictment accuses Lil Durk of funding a murder-for-hire plot in retaliation for the 2021 killing of his brother, Dontay Banks. According to the filing, Durk orchestrated the slaying of Stephon Mack in January 2022. The FBI claims Mack was the leader of the Smashville faction of the Gangster Disciples at the time.  

“Lil Durk was and still is offering money for people to kill those responsible for his brother’s murder, and more specifically, offering to pay money for any Gangster Disciple that is killed,” a federal agent wrote in the warrant application filed April 2023. 

Prosecutors also argued Durk’s alleged ties to “other murders,” the Chicago Tribune reports.   

“Evidence collected in this case also shows (the) defendant has allegedly placed monetary bounties to solicit other murders, including a family member of a witness,” prosecutors wrote. “Defendant’s modus operandi is clear: he will use his power, his money, his influence, and any pretrial release to endanger anyone who he perceives as a threat, including witnesses in this case.”  

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PnB Rock’s 11-year-old daughter Milan Allen and her mother got into a heated dispute with the late rapper’s girlfriend, Stephanie Sibounheuang, after accusing her of setting up his murder.  

On Thursday (December 12) the mother and daughter duo spoke out against Sibounheuang during a heated Instagram Live, claiming she mistreated the little girl. 

However, things took a more sinister turn when they turned to the day the rapper was shot dead in 2022.  

“That man made you deactivate your IG,” Milan’s mother stated. “The day you went back on IG was the day he got killed. Now stop playing with me, Stephanie. Stop playing. Why you lied to me and Milan and his mom and said you ain’t had your phone? … Your phone was right there the whole time.” 

She then claimed Sibounheuang “didn’t even try” to help the wounded rapper, adding, “You had no blood on your body.” 

Milan then chimed in, questioning why Sibounheuang “kept asking, ‘Is he dead?’” and saying, “You trying to be cute walking out … girl, you doing too much. Seriously.” 

However, Sibounheuang had tuned into the livestream and began responding to Milan and her mother.  

“Teaching her I set her dad up is nasty work,” she wrote.  

Milan continued, “He’s sitting on the floor, my father … where was you at?” She also questioned why the shooter didn’t kill Sibounheuang after taking out PnB Rock. 

“It had to be some type of set up with my dad,” Milan stated. 

One man has been sentenced to 31 years to life in prison for Pnb Rock’s murder. Prosecutors say Freddie Lee Trone ordered his then 17-year-old son to carry out the fatal shooting. He’s reportedly undergoing treatment to see if he is competent to stand trial.  

A second man was also convicted in the rapper’s death. Prosecutors said Tremont Jones tipped off Trone to PnB Rock’s whereabouts. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison on two counts of robbery and one count of conspiracy. 

Social media users previously accused Sibounheuang of being responsible for PnB Rock’s murder, pointing to her revealing their location on social media before the shooting. Additionally, Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore had also confirmed the rapper was targeted because of an Instagram post.  

However, surveillance footage from the Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles restaurant revealed new information. The video showed an apparent employee greeting the rapper before making a call. There was also a 40-minute delay before PnB Rock’s food arrived. 

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