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Corey Walker’s Trial Date Set in Los Angeles
The trial date for Corey Walker, the only defendant charged as an adult in the 2020 fatal shooting of UK drill rapper Pop Smoke, has been officially set. According to Rolling Stone, his trial will commence on June 25 in the bustling city of Los Angeles.
Details of the Alleged Crime
Walker, who has pleaded not guilty to one count of murder and three related charges, is accused of being involved in a home-invasion robbery at the Hollywood Hills property rented by the late rapper. Prosecutors claim that Walker played a significant role in planning and executing the crime, acting as the lookout, getaway driver, weapons provider, and mastermind behind the robbery.
It is alleged that Walker was in communication with three juveniles who entered Pop Smoke’s residence, where they reportedly attacked the rapper before fatally shooting him. The motive behind the robbery was said to be the theft of money, jewelry, and a diamond-studded watch that Pop Smoke had flaunted on social media just a day prior to the incident.
Defending Corey Walker
Walker’s former lawyer, Christopher Darden, has vehemently denied the accusations against his ex-client, stating that Walker did not plan the crime and merely acted as the driver who remained outside in the vehicle during the robbery. Darden claims that Walker was not aware of the shooting until the juveniles returned to the vehicle, at which point he allegedly intervened by assaulting the shooter.
Confession of the Shooter
The shooter, who was 15 at the time of the incident but is now 18, confessed last year to knowingly pulling the trigger that resulted in Pop Smoke’s death. He is expected to remain in a juvenile facility until the age of 25. The tragic loss of the UK drill rapper has left a void in the music industry and among his fans worldwide.
Witness Recalls Pop Smoke’s Last Moments
On the four-year anniversary of Pop Smoke’s untimely passing, a witness named Ameliia Rose reflected on the harrowing experience of witnessing the rapper’s final moments. In an emotional interview, Rose recounted the events leading up to Pop Smoke’s death, including his last words to her before the fatal incident occurred.
LAPD detective Christian Carrasco also shared details from a witness, who identified as Rose, recalling seeing Pop Smoke running out of the bathroom before hearing a gunshot and witnessing the rapper collapse. Pop Smoke was only 20 years old at the time of his death, leaving behind a legacy that continues to resonate in the music industry.
As the trial date approaches, the legal proceedings surrounding Pop Smoke’s tragic death continue to unfold, shedding light on the events that led to the loss of a young talent taken too soon.
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