Ex-Girlfriend of YNW Melly Arrested After Failing to Testify in Murder Trial
Mariah Hamilton, the ex-girlfriend of rapper YNW Melly, has been arrested a year-and-a-half after failing to appear as a witness in his high-profile double murder trial. The 24-year-old was booked into a Broward County jail on Wednesday, according to official records.
Hamilton’s absence from the trial had been a significant point of contention, as prosecutors had sought her testimony regarding key details of the case. YNW Melly, whose real name is Jamell Demons, is accused of the 2018 murders of his friends Anthony Williams and Christopher Thomas Jr. The trial has drawn national attention due to its complex legal proceedings and the rapper’s claims of innocence.
Authorities had issued a warrant for Hamilton’s arrest after she failed to comply with a subpoena requiring her to testify. It remains unclear what charges, if any, she may face for her failure to appear in court.
Legal experts suggest that Hamilton’s arrest could impact ongoing proceedings related to Melly’s case, potentially bringing new developments to light. As the case continues to unfold, law enforcement and legal teams are expected to examine how her testimony—or lack thereof—might influence the trial’s outcome.
Hamilton’s attorney has not yet made a public statement regarding her arrest. Meanwhile, the rapper’s legal team remains engaged in efforts to defend their client against the double murder charges. Further updates are anticipated as more details emerge from the case.