Young Dolph’s alleged killer said Yo Gotti’s label CMG paid his legal fees

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As someone who grew up in the heart of Memphis, I’ve witnessed the rise and fall of many local legends, but none have left an impact quite like Young Dolph. The trial surrounding his tragic death has been nothing short of shocking, with each day bringing new revelations that shake the very foundation of our city’s music scene.

During the ongoing trial about the murder of rapper Young Dolph, there has been no lack of significant disclosures. Recently, Shelby County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hagerman claimed that Yo Gotti’s brother, Big Jook, offered a reward of $100,000 for killing Young Dolph.

As a gamer, I gotta say, the drama between Dolph and Gotti was no joke. It all kicked off when I turned down a record deal from Gotti and CMG, as Dolph put it. To make matters worse, Big Jook was tragically gunned down in Memphis on January 13, 2024.

As a fervent follower, I can’t help but share an intriguing detail that surfaced during the trial. This pertains to Cornelius Smith, who testified that a sum of $50,000 for his legal expenses was covered by CMG. In addition, Mr. Smith confessed to being among those responsible for Dolph’s tragic demise and admitted to meeting with Big Jook concerning this matter. However, regarding the individual from CMG who settled my legal bills, I can’t pinpoint exactly who it was. The payment wasn’t directly handed over to me.

On Monday, Smith testified in court that out of the $40,000 he was promised for the murder, he only received $800. This amount came in two installments: a first payment of $500 and a second payment of $300. Similarly, Johnson, another defendant involved in the murder trial, also received $40,000, while Govan, another accused, got $20,000, as stated by Smith. The trio are all facing charges for first-degree murder.

In addition, Smith testified in court that he carried out the murder on his daughter’s birthday, as he was desperately seeking funds to create a memorable celebration for her. Put simply, he said, “I was attempting to make things right for her,” Complex reports. “I didn’t have any money. I was trying to get some money that day so my little girl could have a wonderful birthday.

1) Neither Yo Gotti nor anyone from CMG has yet to comment on Smith’s assertion that the label covered his legal expenses. Tragically, Dolph was gunned down on November 17, 2021, in Memphis at a place called Makeda’s Cookies, his birthplace.

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2024-09-26 00:23