In a significant development in the ongoing trial involving prominent rapper Young Thug, one of his co-defendants has decided to accept a plea agreement with the prosecution. Quamarvious Nichols, age 29, entered a guilty plea on Tuesday in Fulton County Superior Court, admitting to a single offense under Georgia’s anti-racketeering legislation. In light of his plea, the prosecution agreed to dismiss charges of murder and illegal possession of firearms against him, resulting in a sentence of seven years in prison.

This plea deal adds another layer to a trial that continues to unfold with uncertainty for Young Thug and his four co-defendants. This case is notable for being the longest criminal trial in Georgia’s history, with jury selection commencing in January 2023 and lasting nearly 10 months. The actual trial began last November, and since then, prosecutors have presented numerous witnesses to support their case.

Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams, gained recognition as a Grammy-winning artist and has faced legal challenges for over two years. He was indicted along with more than two dozen individuals, facing serious charges that include violations of Georgia’s anti-racketeering statute as well as allegations related to gang affiliations, drug offenses, and gun-related crimes.

Prior to the start of this trial, nine individuals from the original indictment accepted plea bargains to resolve their cases. Additionally, twelve more are undergoing separate trials, while one defendant recently had his charges dropped after being convicted of murder in an unrelated matter.