Crime
Explore the latest crime stories in hip-hop and pop culture on HotNewHipHop. Stay informed on arrests, legal battles, and high-profile controversies.
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Music Diddy is currently residing behind bars after being found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution.
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Music YNW Melly has been in jail since 2019, when authorities charged him with two counts of first-degree murder.
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Music Rod Wave was reportedly arrested last night on various charges including gun possession, drug possession, and reckless driving.
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Music The jury found Diddy not guilty on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering in his recent criminal trial.
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Music It was reported in October 2025 that Diddy was trying to speed up the appeal process. He succeeded and now he's going to be in court soon.
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Music British DJ Tim Westwood is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on November 10 of this year.
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Crime C-Rayz Walz has been a prominent figure in the New York hip hop scene, but he's reportedly been incarcerated on charges of rape and sodomy.
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Music Pras was previously convicted of conspiracy, illegal foreign lobbying, witness tampering, and campaign finance violations.
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Music Funk Flex previously reacted to the Diddy verdict by hoping that Cassie and everyone else can "move on" from the case.
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Music The Jane Doe in this situation who dropped her sexual assault lawsuit against Jay-Z asked the court to uphold her anonymity.
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Music Boosie Badazz received a time served sentence in his federal gun case, and must pay a $50K fine and complete 300 hours of community service.
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Original Content The accusations keep coming. These 17 celebrities face lawsuits, criminal charges, or convictions for sexual misconduct.
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Erika Marie
