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Former law enforcement officer Bill Courtney delved into the operations of the NYPD’s Gang Unit, touching on incidents involving prominent hip-hop figures. Courtney recalls how the Supreme Team case indirectly led to the formation of a specialized hip-hop police unit, targeting the industry's stars under the guise of gang surveillance. One notable event was the arrest of 50 Cent by the Gang Unit for possessing a gun in his car. Courtney, who often found himself at concerts due to his intelligence-gathering duties, provided insights into the often murky surveillance tactics. He recounted the relentless monitoring of Tony Yayo, who was nabbed for violating curfew conditions, underscoring the intense scrutiny rappers faced. Courtney expressed strong disapproval of the so-called "hip-hop police," dismissing it as counterproductive and filled with overzealous officers.
