There are 5 article(s) tagged Young Dolph trial:

• February 2026

  • Plea deal reached with last Young Dolph gunman, but sentencing delayed again

    The case for the remaining defendant charged in the death of Young Dolph was delayed again.

    By Aarron Fleming February 12, 2026

• August 2025

  • ‘Choices can mean life and death:’ Trial begins for man accused of planning Young Dolph’s killing

    Hernandez Govan faces life in prison on charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder.

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    Man accused of masterminding Young Dolph slaying is set for trial

    By Aarron Fleming August 20, 2025

• November 2024

  • Justin Johnson sentenced on more charges in Young Dolph murder

    Shelby County Criminal Court Judge Jennifer Mitchell sentenced Justin Johnson Friday, Nov. 1, to 35 years for conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and 15 years for being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun.

    By Aarron Fleming November 01, 2024

• September 2024

  • Justin Johnson found guilty in Young Dolph murder

    Justin Johnson has been found guilty on all counts for the murder of Memphis rapper Young Dolph in 2021.

    By Aarron Fleming September 26, 2024

  • Defendant’s half-brother testifies in Young Dolph murder trial

    On the second day of the trial for Justin Johnson, the jury was shown photos of the shooting and Johnson’s his half-brother Jemarcus Johnson took the stand.

    By Aarron Fleming September 25, 2024