Father of Jacksonville rapper Ksoo to be sentenced in November for accessory in murder
Share this @internewscast.com

At 54 years old, Abdul Robinson Sr. has been handed a sentence of 1,898 days, equivalent to his time already served in jail. He is set to be released from police custody on Friday.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The father of Jacksonville rapper Ksoo has reached the end of his legal journey for his involvement in the 2020 killing of Charles “Lil Buck” McCormick Jr. On Friday, he was sentenced to time served, closing a case that saw two others receive life imprisonment.

Robinson Sr. admitted guilt to aiding his nephew Leroy Whitaker and Dominique “Butta” Barner in their escape following the murder. His plea agreement included a commitment to testify against his son, Ksoo, whose birth name is Hakeem Robinson, at the murder trial involving both Ksoo and Whitaker.

In October, Ksoo and Whitaker were convicted of first-degree murder, resulting in life sentences for both men.

During the proceedings on Friday morning, Robinson Sr. received a sentence accounting for his 1,898 days in jail, accompanied by two years of community control under electronic monitoring and an additional three years of probation, subject to specific conditions.

An assistant to the judge confirmed to First Coast News that Robinson Sr. will be released from police custody on Friday.

Barner, a confessed accomplice to the murder, also agreed to testify in the trial as a key witness for the state in return for a reduced sentence. He, too, was sentenced Friday.

During the trial, Barner testified that he, Robinson (Ksoo), Robinson’s brother (Abdul Robinson Jr.), and Whitaker went to where McCormick lived to devise a plan for the murder, and that all of them wanted to kill McCormick.

Meanwhile, Robinson Sr. identified his son Ksoo as the shooter in McCormick’s murder during his testimony. He said on the stand that he helped Ksoo’s co-defendants burn the clothes they wore during the crime.

When asked if he understood that testifying against his son could result in him facing life in prison, Robinson Sr. said he understood.

He told the court he was cooperating so he can be released in time to spend time with his younger children, telling stories about his 8-year-old daughter wanting him to attend a dance, and his 6-year-old son wanting to play football together. He also talked about health concerns that he felt may shorten his life, such as diabetes, failing kidneys and congestive heart failure.

This case is related to a web of other crimes in Jacksonville and other parts of the state involving a gang rivalry.

McCormick was 23 years old.


Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Ex-President Barack Obama claims 'we don't know' WHCD gunman's motives -- despite raving anti-Trump manifesto

Obama Questions WHCD Gunman’s Motives Amid Anti-Trump Manifesto Revelation

Former President Barack Obama addressed the recent gunfire incident at the White…
California governor candidate Xavier Becerra squirms as he's grilled on missing millions

Xavier Becerra Faces Tough Questions: Unraveling the Mystery of Missing Millions in California Governor Race

California gubernatorial hopeful Xavier Becerra finds himself navigating a storm of scrutiny…
Voice for kids: 11-year-old Israeli boy uses social media to battle antisemitism

Young Israeli Advocate Fights Antisemitism Online: Meet the 11-Year-Old Making Waves

Danny Danon warns about rising antisemitism amid Iran strikes, terror attacks on…
2 arrested after shooting outside funeral for toddler, police chase in North Carolina

Two Arrested Following Shooting Outside Toddler’s Funeral in North Carolina; Police Pursuit Ensues

A 24-year-old man reportedly discharged a firearm outside a funeral home and…
Torrance, California man Cole Allen identified as suspect in shooting outside White House Correspondents' Dinner

Torrance Resident Cole Allen Named Suspect in Incident Near White House Correspondents’ Dinner

A man from Southern California has been identified as the suspect who…
Iran's terror proxies, from Iraq to Lebanon, say they're ready to respond to US-Israel attacks

Stalemate Over Hezbollah’s Weapons Sparks Civil War Concerns Amid Upcoming US-Israel-Lebanon Discussions

As Israel and Lebanon reconvene in Washington this Thursday for U.S.-mediated discussions,…
Mentalist Oz Pearlman reveals the trick he was performing at the White House Correspondents Dinner before shots rang out

Mentalist Oz Pearlman Unveils Pre-Disturbance Act at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

At the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, mentalist Oz Pearlman engaged in an…
Most rattlesnake-infested areas in SoCal — here's where to avoid

Top Rattlesnake Hotspots in Southern California: Essential Areas to Avoid for Safety

Southern California’s trails are a magnet for countless outdoor enthusiasts each year.…
New York woman convicted for throwing dynamite at boyfriend, blowing off his hand as he tried to get rid of it

Explosive Breakup: New York Woman Convicted After Dynamite Incident Costs Boyfriend His Hand

In a startling case from New York, a woman was convicted after…
Man, 26, stabbed to death outside NYC bar: NYPD

Tragic Incident: 26-Year-Old Fatally Stabbed Near Popular NYC Bar, Police Report

Tragedy struck early Sunday morning in Brooklyn when a 26-year-old man was…
PG&E plows $10M into 'Stop Tom Steyer' crusade in California governor race

PG&E Invests $10 Million to Oppose Tom Steyer in California Governor Race

A major utility company in California is taking a defensive stance against…
The Post tries the MTA's bus simulator — it goes off the rails

The Post Test Drives MTA’s Bus Simulator: A Wild Ride Off the Rails

I’m maneuvering an MTA bus through the bustling streets of New York…