Quando Rondo, born Tyquian Bowman, has been granted a $100,000 bond by Chatham County Superior Court Judge Tammy Stokes. The “ABG” rapper is facing a series of felony charges, including managing a street gang and drug-related offenses, and posted bond on June 26.
The court proceedings and bond hearing took place in Chatham County, Georgia, following his arrest on June 14.
After being indicted by a grand jury on June 16, Quando Rondo has been facing multiple felony charges. The 49-count indictment includes charges such as managing a street gang, conspiracy to distribute marijuana, and conspiracy to purchase opioid hydrocodone pills. These allegations place the Savannah rapper in significant legal jeopardy.
Granting of Bond & Conditions
Chatham County Superior Court Judge Tammy Stokes granted Quando Rondo a $100,000 bond, enabling his release from custody. The bond payment on June 26 allows the rapper to await further legal proceedings outside the jail.
However, specific conditions are attached to his release, designed to ensure compliance with legal requirements and public safety.
As part of his release, Quando Rondo is obligated to surrender his passport and refrain from contact with his co-defendants. Additionally, he must not possess or carry firearms, abstain from using illegal drugs, waive extradition, and attend all court hearings related to his case.
The rapper will not face a curfew or be placed on house arrest.
With four felony charges, including a violation of the street gang terrorism and prevention act, looming over him, Quando Rondo’s legal situation remains complex and uncertain. The indictment and subsequent bond release mark critical stages in the legal proceedings, and the rapper’s future will depend on the outcomes of his upcoming court hearings.
Updated by Dorian Waller on June 27th, 2023.
Quando Rondo Arrested on Drug and Gang Charges, Faces Indictment
Quando Rondo was recently arrested and indicted on multiple charges, including drug-related offenses and involvement in an illegal street gang. The grand jury indictment led to the rapper’s arrest in his hometown of Savannah.
On June 16th, a grand jury indicted Quando Rondo, whose real name is Tyquian Terrel Bowman. The charges against him include managing an illegal street gang, conspiracy to distribute marijuana, and conspiracy to purchase hydrocodone pills, an opioid drug.
The arrest occurred on June 14th – the specifics behind the charges have not been made public, and explicit information regarding the circumstances leading to the indictment remains undisclosed.
The Savannah-based rapper is represented by attorney Joshua Pine, who declined to comment on the situation, suggesting that legal proceedings are underway.
Upon news of Rondo’s arrest, fans took to Twitter to express their concerns and reactions. Some fans drew comparisons between the charges faced by the “ABG” rapper and a RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) charge, highlighting the perceived severity of the situation.
One fan tweeted, “They giving rappers RICO’s like there’s no tomorrow.”
The rapper’s legal team has yet to release a statement regarding his arrest and indictment. As the case unfolds, supporters and music enthusiasts remain attentive to the developments surrounding Quando Rondo’s legal troubles.
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Quando Rondo’s recent arrest and legal troubles echo a trend of rappers facing legal issues in the music industry. Boosie, another prominent rapper, was apprehended by federal agents following a court hearing on gun charges, despite the dismissal of those charges.