Jussie Smollett Convicted Of Staging Attack, Lying To Police

Jesse Smollett was found guilty on five out of six counts for lying about a hate crime attack. The jury deliberated for over nine hours. Smollett, who took the stand, maintained his innocence, claiming the incident was not a hoax. Prosecutors argued he staged the attack with the help of two brothers. Legal experts predict Smollett will likely receive probation and community service. The public largely expected a guilty verdict. Smollett faced six counts of disorderly conduct, with detailed charges related to false reports to police. The only acquittal was for a report filed two weeks after the alleged attack. Sentencing details are yet to be announced, but prison time is considered unlikely.

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