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"Consumed with revenge": Trial underway for Grammy winner, Lil Durk, accused of murder-for-hire
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· August 24, 2026
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Key points The case involves the death of Lil Durk's close friend Dayvon Bennett, also known as King Von. A trial is underway for Grammy winner Lil Durk, who is accused of murder-for-hire.
A trial is underway for Grammy winner Lil Durk, who is accused of murder-for-hire. The case involves the death of Lil Durk's close friend Dayvon Bennett, also known as King Von. Prosecutors have portrayed Lil Durk as driven by a desire for revenge following Bennett's death.
Lil Durk's defense attorneys have presented a different account, shifting the blame to his former personal assistant. The trial continues with these differing perspectives on the events surrounding the alleged murder-for-hire.
Further details on the trial and the arguments presented by both the prosecution and the defense are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 24, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times - California Reading time: 1 min
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