Famous Richard claims NBA YoungBoy snitched upon Lil Durk for an early release

On March 25, 2025, Famous Richard gets on Instagram to poke fun at rumors that NBA YoungBoy, who is known for his music artistry, has been released early from prison. Richard's claims suggested that YoungBoy may have cooperated with authorities, an allegation that has stirred up considerable debate in the hip-hop community.

Some statements from Richard have thrown a wrench into things, causing quite a buzz, especially among fans of NBA YoungBoy and Lil Durk. In one of his Instagram story posts, he wrote,

"Nba Youngboy tellin This His 3rd time getting Released from the Feds within 4 years on all new charges on king David you can't Do 10 months off a 23 month sentence WTF my first offer was 5 years for a pipe that the police put on me Dude most defiantly 12 He probably the reason smurk locked up."

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Legal battles and controversies surrounding NBA YoungBoy and Lil Durk

The tension between NBA YoungBoy and Lil Durk has been well-documented, tracing back to the tragic 2020 shooting of OTF rapper King Von. The incident, which involved an affiliate of YoungBoy’s artist Quando Rondo, worsened an already heated rivalry. While there were reports of reconciliation in 2023, the feud has seemingly reignited in recent times, with both sides engaging in lyrical and online confrontations.

Lil Durk is currently facing serious legal charges related to a 2022 incident in Los Angeles. The rapper has been accused of orchestrating an attempted murder plot targeting Quando Rondo, an act that reportedly stems from past conflicts. There's also a whole layer of complexity to this right now because courts are closely looking at this situation, and this is putting heat on both sides that have been enemies for a long time.

Meanwhile, one of the rising stars of the game, NBA YoungBoy, ended up in prison this December 2024 and was sentenced to 23 months for dealing with guns and other law violations. Official records say his release date is set for April 26th, 2025. Following his release, he will be subjected to a five-year supervised release period with several conditions, including drug and alcohol screenings, mental health evaluations, and substance abuse assessments.

Adding to the growing controversy, recent reports have also come up that Famous Richard himself is dealing with some legal troubles. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, in January 2025, they arrested Richard, who was charged with possessing a gun despite being a felon. His arrest stemmed from a July 2024 incident where he was allegedly seen brandishing a firearm with an extended magazine at a Bayonne gas station.

The revelation has led some to doubt whether YoungBoy will be released anytime soon and raises questions about the credibility of his statements.

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