Posted by During the fourth day of the high-profile murder-for-hire trial, former Lil Durk affiliate OTF Jam, legally identified as Kacey Hester, offered a candid and unsettling account of the 2022 murder of Saviay’a Robinson, also known as Lil Pab, who was the cousin of Quando Rondo. The testimony provided a rare, inside look at the events surrounding the fatal shooting at a Los Angeles gas station, which prosecutors allege was an attempt on the life of the rapper himself.
When questioned about his decision to cooperate with the FBI, Jam was blunt. “I had to get off my chest. I saw the opportunity,” he stated, according to reports from journalist Michael Blackshire. “I felt it was dumb in a sloppy matter. People who shouldn’t have been there.” Jam further emphasized his detachment from the victim, noting, “I thought it was sloppy. I didn’t know dude. In my eyes, he was innocent. I just said I don’t have beef with him.”
Complex Loyalties and the OTF Dynamic
The testimony also shed light on the complicated relationship between Jam and the OTF leader. Despite his cooperation with authorities, Jam admitted that he still harbors personal feelings toward Durk, even as he feels betrayed by the circumstances of the incident. “I still got a lot of love for him. Blood was there for me… I feel bad,” Jam testified. “I know he probably hate me. I got love for him, I just don’t have respect for him.” He alleged that he felt exploited by the leadership, a sentiment that ultimately contributed to his decision to break his silence.
The Risks of Cooperation
Addressing the gravity of his testimony, Jam acknowledged the inherent dangers of breaking the code of silence within his former circle. When asked about the potential for retaliation, he was unequivocal: “As a Black disciple that’s breaking all laws. You can snitch on a opp and get f**ked up.” When pressed on whether he feared for his life, he simply replied, “Of course.”
This testimony follows previous statements made by Jam on August 26, where he explicitly named Lil Durk, DeAndre Wilson, and David Lindsey as participants in the plot. As the trial continues, the legal proceedings remain a focal point for the hip-hop community, with further updates expected as the prosecution builds its case.