"Several #CPD sources confirmed detectives were able to show the 2 Nigerian brothers questioned by police had purchased the rope found around Smollett’s neck at an Ace hardware. The brothers agreed to cooperate with police who are investigating...(1/2)"
whether Smollett made up the story after police threatened to charge them with battery. The brothers attorney said both brothers knew Smollett. There are unconfirmed reports that Smollett paid the two brothers to perform the alleged scheme. (2/2).
https://twitter.com/RaferWeigel/stat...83044311617536
Apparently Don Lemon is on the phone records just after the "attack"
Don Lemon Reveals Phone Call to Jussie Smollett After Attack In 'Red Table Talk' Preview | toofab.com