Rapper YNW Melly's Double Murder Trial Continues After Mistrial Denial
- Rapper YNW Melly is on trial for fatally shooting two of his childhood friends in October 2018.
- The judge denied a motion for a mistrial from the defense after ruling testimony from Melly's ex-girlfriend's mother unverifiable.
- The prosecution alleges the shooting was gang-related, but the defense argues the motive lacks credibility.
- The murder weapon has not yet been recovered.
- Melly faces the death penalty, while his accomplice will be tried separately.