Lil Zay Osama, the 27-year-old rapper whose real name is Isaiah Dukes, recently learned his fate after being sentenced to 14 months in federal prison for an incident involving a modified handgun. According to Complex, the rapper was also fined $10,000 in connection with the crime.
The incident took place on September 29, 2022, when Lil Zay Osama accidentally left a fully loaded, modified Glock 22 .40 caliber handgun inside a New York Uber. The driver reported seeing the rapper holding the firearm during their ride, and after the rapper exited the vehicle, the gun was found and turned over to authorities. This led to an immediate investigation, and Lil Zay Osama was arrested soon after.
In the months that followed, the rapper pleaded guilty to the charge, facing serious consequences due to the strict gun laws in New York, particularly for possession of a modified weapon. Despite the potential severity of the case, Lil Zay Osama’s sentence was relatively lenient compared to what could have been handed down in such cases. His sentence of just over a year behind bars is seen by many as fortunate, given New York’s reputation for enforcing tough gun laws.
While Lil Zay Osama’s legal troubles are far from over, he is expected to return home shortly after completing his sentence. His case highlights the importance of understanding and abiding by local laws, especially when it comes to firearms. For fans of the rapper and those following his journey, this may serve as a reminder that even celebrities are not immune to the consequences of their actions.
