Brooklyn drill rapper Michael “Sheff G” Williams has been sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree attempted murder and conspiracy charges. The 26-year-old artist was one of 32 alleged members of the 8 Trey Crips and its affiliate, the 9 Ways gang, named in a sweeping 140-count indictment.
The charges stem from a series of violent incidents tied to the gang’s activities, including 12 shootings across Brooklyn. Prosecutors alleged that Sheff G used his earnings from his music career to fund and orchestrate acts of violence, even rewarding gang members with lavish dinners and gifts for carrying out attacks.
One of the key incidents linked to Sheff G was a 2021 shooting in which he allegedly acted as the getaway driver. According to the indictment, two bystanders were injured in the attack. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez emphasized that Williams’ celebrity status did not shield him from accountability.
“He used his fame to fund and direct violence, terrorizing our streets,” Gonzalez said in a statement.
Initially facing up to 20 years behind bars, Sheff G accepted a plea deal that includes five years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision. Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Danny Chun handed down the sentence as part of the agreement.
Williams is scheduled to be formally sentenced on August 13.