In a striking case that highlights the intersection of music and criminality, a prominent drill rapper who openly mocked police investigations in his lyrics has been handed a substantial prison sentence.
Tylor Williams, who performed under the name Y. Fizz, repeatedly boasted about his criminal activities in songs featuring the notorious phrase 'no face no case' - suggesting that without facial identification, prosecutors couldn't build a case against him.
The Crimes Behind the Lyrics
Williams, 21, was convicted for his involvement in multiple serious offences committed across London between 2021 and 2023. His criminal portfolio included:
- Possession of firearms with intent to endanger life
- Multiple counts of supplying class A drugs
- Possession of criminal property
Despite his musical claims of being untouchable, Metropolitan Police investigators painstakingly built their case using advanced forensic techniques and extensive CCTV evidence that ultimately placed him at crime scenes.
From Music Studio to Courtroom
The rapper's musical career and criminal activities became increasingly intertwined, with his lyrics often directly referencing real crimes he was committing. This created a digital trail that prosecutors successfully used to demonstrate his gang affiliations and criminal mindset.
Detective Inspector James Beardwood, who led the investigation, stated: 'This conviction demonstrates that nobody is beyond the reach of the law. We will use every available tool, including monitoring social media and music content, to build cases against those involved in serious violence.'
A Warning to Others
The 14-year sentence handed down at Inner London Crown Court sends a clear message to other artists using their platform to glorify criminal activity. The judge emphasized that using music to mock the justice system would be treated as an aggravating factor during sentencing.
This case represents a significant victory for the Metropolitan Police's ongoing efforts to combat gang-related violence in the capital, particularly among young people attracted to the drill music scene.
