YNW Melly’s co-defendant, YNW Bortlen, has found himself in hot water once again as he faces a new charge related to witness tampering in their ongoing double murder case.
Key Takeaway
YNW Bortlen, co-defendant of YNW Melly, has been arrested for witness tampering in their ongoing double murder case. The arrest comes ahead of their upcoming retrial, casting uncertainty over Bortlen’s future in both the case and his music career.
Authorities from the Miami Dade Police have confirmed that YNW Bortlen was arrested on Monday afternoon at a residence in Broward County. The arrest was made based on a felony warrant specifically for the charge of witness tampering.
Recent court documents reveal that Bortlen allegedly engaged in tampering with at least one potential witness during the original trial, which ultimately resulted in a mistrial. It is crucial to note that YNW Melly and Bortlen are both accused of the cold-blooded murder of their YNW associates, Juvy and Sakchaser.
Jury selection for their upcoming retrial is scheduled to commence on October 9. Prior to this arrest, it appeared that Bortlen had been utilizing his free time following the mistrial to focus on his rap career. However, this latest charge might prove to be a major roadblock if he is found guilty.
