Second Trial in Killing of Rapper Young Dolph Starts in Memphis

Defendant Hernandez Govan tries to enter court during the murder trial of rapper Young Dolph in Memphis, Tenn., on Sept. 23, 2024. Mark Weber/Daily Memphian via AP, Pool

MEMPHIS, Tenn.—The trial of a man charged with organizing the daytime ambush killing of rapper Young Dolph at a Memphis bakery in November 2021 began on Monday.

Hernandez Govan, 45, faces charges of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and attempted murder. He is not accused of shooting Young Dolph, but prosecutors claim he directed the two people who did.