Father Testifies Against Rapper Son Ksoo in Heated Murder Trial

Father's Testimony Against Son in Murder Trial

• 👨‍⚖️ In a rare and emotional turn, Abdul Robinson Sr. testified against his son, rapper Hakeem Robinson (Ksoo), in a first-degree murder trial.
• 🤝 Abdul Robinson Sr. accepted a plea deal to reduce his own prison sentence, leading him to testify against his son and other family members involved.
• 💔 The father described his decision as the hardest he's ever made, driven by health issues and the desire to be present for his young children.

Motivation for the Murder

• 🎶 Prosecutors allege the murder of Charles McCormick was motivated by a diss track McCormick made about Willie Anderson, Ksoo's slain brother.
• 🎯 The diss track reportedly mocked Willie Anderson's death and also mentioned injuries to Ksoo's dad, brother, and cousin, fueling a desire for revenge.
• 🎤 The victim, Charles McCormack Jr. (Lil Buk), allegedly made the diss song about Willie Anderson, who was gunned down a year prior.

The Shooting and Getaway

• 🚗 On January 15, 2020, Charles McCormack was shot and killed outside a temp agency. The killer wore a mask and escaped in a getaway car.
• 🔫 Prosecutors claim Ksoo was caught on camera shooting McCormack, with his cousin Leroy (ATK Scotty) in the car with a loaded gun.
• 🚗 Abdul Robinson Sr. testified that his son Abdul Jr. asked him to pick up Leroy Whitaker (ATK Scotty) and Dominique Barner (Budda) after the shooting.
• 🔥 He admitted to helping dispose of evidence by burning the clothes worn by Whitaker and Barner in a fire barrel.

Defense Cross-Examination and Credibility

• ⚖️ The defense questioned Abdul Robinson Sr.'s credibility, highlighting his history of testifying against others for reduced sentences.
• 📉 His prior cooperation in a case against an officer resulted in a sentence reduction from potential life imprisonment to approximately 10 years served.
• 🗣️ The defense argued that Ksoo had less motive than others who were directly shot or biologically tied to Willie Addison.

Verdict and Sentencing

• 🏆 Hakeem Robinson (Ksoo) and his cousin Leroy Whitaker Jr. (ATK Scotty) were found guilty of first-degree murder.
• ⚖️ Ksoo maintains his innocence, citing alleged systemic bias and an all-white jury.
• 📅 Sentencing for Ksoo and ATK Scotty is scheduled for September 8th, while other defendants and family members await their court dates.