Who is SPM?
SPM, an acronym for South Park Mexican, serves as the stage moniker for Carlos Coy, an American rapper, songwriter, and the creator of Dope House Records. Coy is also a convicted sex offender presently undergoing a 45-year sentence for aggravated sexual assault of a child. The origin of his stage name is rooted in the South Park neighborhood in Houston, Texas, where he spent his formative years.
What did SPM do?
As per Wikipedia¹, SPM faced allegations of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl residing in his apartment complex in September 2001. He was apprehended in October 2001 and charged with two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child. Pleading not guilty, he asserted that he was being framed by the girl’s mother, purportedly a drug addict and a prostitute.
In May 2002, SPM was found guilty by a jury on one count of aggravated sexual assault of a child and acquitted on the other. Subsequently, he received a 45-year prison sentence and was mandated to pay a $10,000 fine. Despite appealing his conviction, the Texas Court of Appeals upheld it in 2004.
When does SPM get out of jail?
As of 2021, SPM is currently serving time in the Ramsey Unit located in Rosharon, Texas, under the Texas Department of Criminal Justice number 01110642. GH Gossip² reports that SPM becomes eligible for parole on October 7, 2024, and the anticipated release date is set for April 8, 2047. It is important to note that there is no assurance of parole approval or early release.
How has SPM’s career been affected?
In spite of his incarceration, SPM has persistently recorded and released music under his label, Dope House Records. From prison, he has launched several albums, including When Devils Strike (2006), The Last Chair Violinist (2008), The Son of Norma (2014), and The Devil’s Mansion (2016). Collaborating with artists like Baby Bash, Lucky Luciano, Juan Gotti, and Carolyn Rodriguez, SPM has remained active in the music scene.
Maintaining a dedicated fan base, particularly within the Chicano rap community, some supporters firmly believe in his innocence, contending that he was wrongly convicted. Advocates have initiated online petitions and campaigns to rally support for his release. However, he has also encountered criticism and opposition from those who denounce his actions and question his credibility.
Conclusion
SPM stands as a polarizing figure in the rap industry. While achieving success and fame as a rapper, he has also faced conviction for a grave crime, resulting in a significant impact on his reputation and a lengthy prison sentence. The uncertainty of SPM’s release date lingers, contingent upon his eligibility for parole and the parole board’s decision. During this time, he persists in creating music from within prison, aspiring for an opportunity at redemption.
