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Gang Leader T. Murda Convicted, Faces February Sentencing

1/14/2026

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Hernando Thompson, known as T. Murda, was convicted on 17 felony counts including racketeering as the leader of the 'Sex, Money, Murder' gang.
A wiretap intercepted more than 4,700 communications and yielded drug and weapon seizures.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd criticized the justice system for allowing Thompson's bail release.
The case may lead to further investigations in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Sentencing is set for February 20.

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Story summary

Hernando Thompson, known as T. Murda, was convicted on 17 felony counts including racketeering as the leader of the 'Sex, Money, Murder' gang.
A wiretap intercepted more than 4,700 communications and yielded drug and weapon seizures.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd criticized the justice system for allowing Thompson's bail release.
The case may lead to further investigations in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Sentencing is set for February 20.