Drakeo the Ruler speaks to the Guardian about twice facing charges for a murder he didn’t commit: ‘It’s not about justice’
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Los Angeles district attorney is prosecuting the rapper Drakeo the Ruler for a murder he didn’t commit, arguing in court that his rap lyrics, videos and collaborations are evidence of a “conspiracy”.
The case moving forward this week marks the third time Drakeo, whose legal name is Darrell Caldwell, is facing charges stemming from the 2016 murder of 24-year-old Davion Gregory. After Drakeo beat a murder charge this summer, prosecutors are launching a new trial against the 25-year-old rapper, arguing he is the leader of a “gang” responsible for the homicide. The alleged gang is his rap crew, the Stinc Team.