Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine indicted on racketeering charges
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Tekashi 6IX9INE performs at Made in America Music Festival on September 1, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Getty)
The rapper known as Tekashi 6ix9ine is in custody and awaiting a Manhattan court appearance, federal authorities told the Associated Press.
The Brooklyn-based rapper, whose legal name is Daniel Hernandez, is among four people arrested on racketeering and firearms charges.
The authorities also arrested three of Hernandez's former associates.
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6ix9ine has been among the most ascendant and controversial names in hip-hop in recent months. His debut album, Day69, is among the most downloaded records on iTunes.
But he's had several run-ins with law enforcement. He recently pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct in Brooklyn Criminal Court in connection with a May traffic stop.