Lil Durk Arrested in Florida on Shocking Murder-for-Hire Charges

Rapper Lil Durk has found himself in serious legal trouble after being arrested in connection to an alleged murder-for-hire plot.

The Chicago-based rapper, known for his association with the Only the Family crew, was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals and booked into the Broward County Jail in Florida on Thursday night. The arrest stems from a federal investigation linked to the murder of Quando Rondo’s cousin in 2022, and the case is turning heads across the entertainment world.

According to sources via TMZ, several members of Durk’s OTF crew have also been charged with conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire. This shocking development is reportedly linked to the August 2022 Los Angeles shooting that claimed the life of Quando Rondo’s cousin in what authorities allege was a revenge hit for the murder of King Von. You may remember, King Von—an affiliate of Lil Durk—was killed in 2020 in Atlanta during an altercation involving Quando Rondo’s associate, Lul Timm. While Timm was initially charged with Von’s murder, the case was later dismissed, adding fuel to the ongoing feud between the camps.

Lil Durk’s lawyers, Brian Bieber and Alek Ubieta, confirmed his arrest and stated that he will make his first appearance in federal court in Miami today (October 25). The rapper, whose real name is Durk Devontay Banks, now faces a legal battle that could potentially overshadow his rising career.

Durk’s involvement in the plot has come as a shock to many fans, particularly because the star has been on a steady rise in the music world. Known for hits like “All My Life” with J. Cole and his multiple platinum records, Durk has been a force in both the Chicago drill scene and the mainstream rap community. But these serious charges could derail his momentum, as legal experts are now weighing in on the potential fallout from the accusations.

As the case develops, many are left wondering how this will impact Lil Durk’s career and whether he will face serious consequences for his alleged role in this murder-for-hire plot.