AceShowbiz - The security guard for Drakeo The Ruler has stated that rapper YG was seen holding a knife during the violent altercation at the Once Upon a Time in L.A. Festival, where Drakeo The Ruler was fatally stabbed five years ago. These details emerged from deposition excerpts obtained by the Los Angeles Times on July 24, 2026.

Alrick Cooper III, who served as a member of Drakeo The Ruler's security team on that night, testified that YG was "front and center" in the backstage fight and appeared to be wielding an improvised knife. Despite YG wearing a ski mask, Cooper identified him by his hazel eyes during the chaotic scene.

The testimony was given in a deposition conducted in May 2026 and was included in court documents filed in June related to a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Drakeo The Ruler's family. This lawsuit is part of ongoing legal actions following the tragic stabbing incident.

The revelations coincide with recent law enforcement activity involving YG. On July 24, authorities detained YG and executed a search warrant at one of his properties in Burbank, California, as part of the ongoing investigation into Drakeo The Ruler's murder. Despite these developments, YG has denied any involvement in the crime and has not been formally charged.

YG also addressed the rumors surrounding his alleged connection to the stabbing in his latest song "We Know the Truth." In the track, he refutes the accusations and denies any participation in the incident, emphasizing that if he were responsible, he would be incarcerated.

Legal experts and fans alike have noted that no charges have yet been filed against YG, and his legal team has not publicly commented on the new testimony or the search warrant. Media outlets, including XXL, have reached out to YG's representatives for further statements but have not received detailed responses.

The case continues to draw significant attention due to the high-profile nature of both artists and the violent circumstances surrounding Drakeo The Ruler's death. The wrongful death lawsuit and criminal investigation are expected to proceed with additional legal maneuvers in the coming months.

This development is part of a broader trend in hip-hop where legal battles and controversies often intersect with artists’ careers and public perceptions. Observers await further updates as the judicial process unfolds and more information becomes available.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.