One of rapper NBA YoungBoy’s close associates, known as “D Dawg” (real name D Dawg, legal name Derian Jerome Bailey), has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. The sentence follows a 2022 high‑speed police chase that ended in a crash killing his passenger.
What the court record shows
- In September 2022, Bailey was fleeing law enforcement when his vehicle struck two other cars, resulting in the death of his passenger, Larry Harris.
- Bailey pleaded no contest in July 2025 to charges of negligent homicide and illegal carrying of controlled dangerous substances and a weapon.
- On November 4, 2025, the 19th Judicial District Court in Louisiana handed down the 10‑year sentence—five years for each count.
Why this matters
- The case puts renewed attention on the legal risks facing artists and affiliates within the hip‑hop community when involved in violent or deadly incidents.
- For NBA YoungBoy, the sentencing of an associate highlights potential collateral impact on his brand, entourage, and public image.
- The outcome reinforces that high‑profile connections offer no immunity when serious criminal conduct is involved.
What to watch next
- Whether Bailey’s legal team will seek early release or appeal the sentence.
- If this case prompts other affiliated artists to re‑examine their personal networks and liability exposure.
- How NBA YoungBoy’s camp responds publicly, and whether the situation influences upcoming collaborations, tours or label strategy.
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