The Story of JayDaYoungan

Hip-Hop Daily
31 Jul 202208:08

Summary

TLDRJayDaYoungan, a promising rapper from Louisiana, was tragically killed in a shooting on July 27th at the age of 24. His life was marked by both musical success and legal troubles. After gaining fame in the late 2010s, Jay released multiple mixtapes, with 'Forever 23' hitting the Billboard 200 Chart. Despite his rising career, he faced numerous arrests, including for assault and drug possession. His death shocked the community, prompting calls for an end to violence. The details of the shooting remain under investigation, but it's believed to be a retaliatory act. Jay's untimely death is a loss to the music world, leaving behind a legacy of music and a call for change.

Takeaways

  • 😱 JayDaYoungan, a rapper from Louisiana, was tragically killed on July 27th at the age of 24.
  • 🚔 The police responded to a shooting in Bogalusa, Louisiana, where Jay was found and another victim was in critical condition.
  • 🔍 Another shooting occurred nearby, and police suspect it may be related to Jay's incident.
  • 📛 JayDaYoungan's death was confirmed by the Bogalusa Police Department, with one of his family members also being a victim but surviving.
  • đŸ‘€ There were rumors circulating about Jay's death, which were initially denied by a woman claiming to be his sister on Twitter.
  • 🏙 The mayor of Bogalusa, Wendy Perrette, called for an end to violence and sought help from the community to prevent such incidents.
  • đŸŽ” JayDaYoungan gained popularity in the late 2010s with his music on SoundCloud and had a track, 'Interstate,' that went viral on YouTube.
  • 📈 His mixtape 'Forever 23' helped him gain further recognition and became his first to enter the Billboard 200 Chart.
  • đŸš« Jay had a history of legal troubles, including arrests for drug possession, assault, and being charged with accessory to second-degree murder.
  • 🔒 He was arrested multiple times, including for assaulting a pregnant woman and for various drug-related offenses.
  • 💔 Despite his legal and personal struggles, Jay was a talented artist with a growing fan base and had plans to create his own label to support other artists.

Q & A

  • What was the date of JayDaYoungan's tragic death?

    -JayDaYoungan was tragically killed on July 27th.

  • How old was JayDaYoungan at the time of his death?

    -JayDaYoungan was 24 years old when he died.

  • What was the initial response from JayDaYoungan's family regarding his death?

    -A woman, allegedly Jay's sister, initially denied the death rumors on Twitter, urging people to stop spreading false information.

  • What was the mayor of Bogalusa's response to the shooting?

    -Mayor Wendy Perrette issued a statement asking for an end to the violence and called for community help in preventing such incidents.

  • What was the nature of the criminal charges JayDaYoungan faced in 2021?

    -In 2021, Jay was charged with accessory to second-degree murder and obstruction of justice related to a deadly shooting that occurred in 2020.

  • What significant event did JayDaYoungan miss due to legal troubles?

    -JayDaYoungan missed performing at Rolling Loud in 2019 after being arrested for felony possession of a controlled substance without a prescription.

  • How did JayDaYoungan's music career take off?

    -JayDaYoungan's music career took off in the late 2010s after his track 'Interstate' went viral on YouTube, and he was considered for XXL's 2018 Freshman List.

  • What was the name of JayDaYoungan's breakout single?

    -The track 'Elimination' from his project 'The Real Jumpman 23' became his breakout single, accumulating over 50 million plays on Spotify.

  • What legal issues did JayDaYoungan face in relation to a domestic violence case?

    -JayDaYoungan was arrested multiple times for domestic violence, including an incident where he allegedly assaulted a pregnant woman.

  • What was the incident involving JayDaYoungan's chain in North Carolina?

    -JayDaYoungan's chain was snatched during a show in North Carolina, but it was later returned after Yungeen Ace, a close associate, intervened.

  • What were JayDaYoungan's plans for his music career before his death?

    -JayDaYoungan had plans to create his own label to sign other artists and had already released two EPs in the year of his death.

Outlines

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🕊 Tragic End for Rising Rapper JayDaYoungan

JayDaYoungan, a 24-year-old rapper from Louisiana, was killed in a shooting on July 27th. The incident occurred in Bogalusa, where police responded to reports of gunfire and found JayDaYoungan and a family member, believed to be his father, in critical condition. The latter survived, but JayDaYoungan did not. Initial attempts to deny his death on social media by an alleged family member were overshadowed by the mayor's plea for an end to violence. JayDaYoungan had a history of legal troubles, including a recent release from prison in June. His music career took off in the late 2010s with millions of SoundCloud plays, and he was considered for XXL's 2018 Freshman list. Despite his success, he remained entangled with street life, leading to multiple arrests and a tragic end to a promising career.

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🚔 JayDaYoungan's Legal Battles and Untimely Death

JayDaYoungan faced numerous legal issues, including arrests for drug possession, assault, and even accessory to second-degree murder. His involvement in a deadly 2020 shooting led to charges in 2021. The rapper was also known for his public disputes, such as the theft of his chain at a North Carolina show, which was later recovered with the help of fellow artist Yungeen Ace. Despite his legal and personal struggles, JayDaYoungan remained dedicated to his music, releasing multiple projects and planning to start his own label. His death was a significant loss to the music community, leaving behind a legacy of talent and potential that will be remembered through his extensive discography.

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💡JayDaYoungan

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💡Shooting

The term 'shooting' is a critical element in the video's narrative, referring to the violent incident that resulted in JayDaYoungan's death. It is directly related to the tragic climax of the video's story, with the script detailing the police response, the aftermath, and the ongoing investigation into the incident.

💡Rapper

A 'rapper' is an artist who performs music by speaking rhythmically and quickly, often with the accompaniment of beats. In the context of the video, JayDaYoungan is a rapper whose music and career are discussed, highlighting his talent and the impact he had on the music industry.

💡SoundCloud

SoundCloud is a platform for music streaming and distribution, often used by independent artists to share their work. In the video, JayDaYoungan's early success on SoundCloud is mentioned as a springboard for his career, illustrating how the platform can launch an artist into the public eye.

💡Mixtapes

A 'mixtape' traditionally refers to a collection of music tracks, often by a single artist, distributed informally. In the video, JayDaYoungan's mixtapes are mentioned as part of his discography, showcasing his body of work and contribution to the music scene.

💡XXL Freshman List

The 'XXL Freshman List' is an annual list by the magazine XXL, highlighting up-and-coming artists in the hip-hop industry. The video mentions JayDaYoungan being considered for this list, indicating his recognition and potential in the rap community.

💡Legal Troubles

The term 'legal troubles' encompasses any issues an individual faces with the law. In the video, JayDaYoungan's various encounters with the law, including arrests and charges, are detailed, providing a backdrop to his personal life and challenges outside of his music career.

💡Viral Track

A 'viral track' is a music video or song that gains widespread popularity and attention, often rapidly, through online sharing. The video discusses JayDaYoungan's track 'Interstate' going viral on YouTube, demonstrating the power of social media in promoting music and artists.

💡Billboard 200 Chart

The 'Billboard 200 Chart' ranks the most popular music albums in the United States. The video notes JayDaYoungan's mixtape 'Forever 23' reaching this chart, signifying a milestone in his career and recognition of his work on a national scale.

💡Domestic Violence

Domestic violence refers to violent or aggressive behavior within the context of a family or intimate relationship. The video discusses instances where JayDaYoungan was arrested for alleged domestic violence, highlighting the serious nature of these allegations and their impact on his personal life.

💡Rest in Peace

The phrase 'Rest in Peace' is commonly used to express condolences and mark the passing of an individual. In the video, it is used to honor JayDaYoungan's memory and to signify the end of his journey, both as an artist and as an individual.

Highlights

JayDaYoungan, a rapper from Louisiana, was tragically killed on July 27th at the age of 24.

Police in Bogalusa, Louisiana responded to a shooting call, finding JayDaYoungan and another victim.

The second victim was a family member, allegedly Jay's father, who survived but the information was unconfirmed.

JayDaYoungan's sister initially denied his death on Twitter, but he later passed away.

Mayor Wendy Perrette of Bogalusa called for an end to violence following the shooting.

Investigators believe the shooting was 'retaliatory,' and Jay had a history of legal troubles.

JayDaYoungan gained popularity in the late 2010s with millions of plays on SoundCloud.

His track 'Interstate' went viral on YouTube, amassing over four million views in under a month.

Jay was considered for XXL’s 2018 freshman list and released multiple successful mixtapes.

His single 'Elimination' from 'The Real Jumpman 23' gained over 50 million plays on Spotify.

Jay's mixtape 'Forever 23' marked his first entry on the Billboard 200 Chart.

Despite his rising career, Jay continued to face legal issues, including arrests and charges.

In 2019, Jay was arrested for felony possession of a controlled substance and had to cancel a performance at Rolling Loud.

Jay faced allegations of assaulting his pregnant girlfriend, leading to further legal troubles.

He was arrested in 2020 for domestic violence and illegal drug possession.

In 2021, Jay was charged with accessory to second-degree murder and obstruction of justice related to a 2020 shooting.

Jay's chain was stolen during a show in North Carolina, but was later returned after threats from Yungeen Ace.

JayDaYoungan had plans to create his own label to sign artists from similar backgrounds.

His death leaves behind a legacy of music, with two EPs released in the year of his passing.

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JayDaYoungan was a rapper from Louisiana

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who was tragically killed on July 27th.

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He was only 24 and lived a wild life that was full of ups and downs.

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This is the true story of JayDaYoungan.

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On July 27th, police in Jay’s hometown of Bogalusa, Louisiana responded to a call of a shooting.

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When they pulled up to the scene they found that one of the victims had already been rushed to a local hospital,

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and another victim was still at the site of the shooting in critical condition.

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While they was trying to figure out what went down,

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another shooting happened nearby and police think they might be related.

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Later that night, the Bogalusa Police Department issued an update on Facebook

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confirming that JayDaYoungan had been shot and killed,

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and one of his family members was the second victim.

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Jay’s dad is allegedly the second victim,\

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but it ain’t been confirmed yet.

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Luckily his family member survived and is in stable condition,

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but Jay tragically passed away.

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Before his death was confirmed,

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a woman who is allegedly Jay’s sister hopped on Twitter and said

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the rumors about him dying was false.

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She wrote “***** shut up y’all don’t know what the fuck y’all TAKING BOUT [FOR REAL],”

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then “AINT NOBODY ****** DEAD STOP DICK EATING AND GO READ BOOK.”

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She topped it all off by writing

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“I hate you internet freak n****s and ****,

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stop tryna confirm shit y’all don’t ******* know bull**** asses.”

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Apparently Jay was still alive at the time,

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but unfortunately things took a turn for the worst and he passed later that night.

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The mayor of Bogalusa, Wendy Perrette, put out a statement asking for help from Jay’s hood.

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She said “The senseless shooting in Bogalusa

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[is] another tragic reminder of the pain that violent crime brings with it.

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My thoughts and prayers are with the victims’ family and friends.

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As your mayor and as a mother

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I plead on behalf of our community and for our children:

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today must mean enough is finally enough.

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Stop the violence! See something, say something.”

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No one knows who was behind the shooting yet,

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but investigators on the case say that the violence was “retaliatory”.

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Jay been in trouble with the law in the past

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and he actually just got out of prison in June for possession of a firearm while under indictment.

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Jay blew up in the late 2010s after racking up millions of plays on SoundCloud.

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His debut project Ruffwayy dropped in early 2017 and built him a buzz in the local scene,

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then his track Interstate went viral on YouTube and hit over four million views in under a month!

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By this point, Jay already had enough momentum to be considered for XXL’s 2018 freshman list.

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He stayed on his grind and dropped three more tapes:

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The Real Jumpman 23, Wake Up, and Taking Off.

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The track Elimination off of his 23 project

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ended up becoming his breakout single, racking up over 50 million plays on Spotify!

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His next project Forever 23

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pushed him even further into the spotlight and became his first mixtape to hit the Billboard 200 Chart.

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By the end of 2019,

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Jay already dropped 10 mixtapes

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and was becoming one of the hottest new rappers in the south.

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But even though his career was popping off,

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he still had a foot in the streets and couldn’t stay out of trouble,

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and he ended up missing one of the biggest shows of his life after getting arrested in Florida.

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Jay was pulled over for speeding on May 11th, 2019 by the Florida Highway Patrol.

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The cops said they smelled weed, so they searched his whip

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and found 20 grams of weed, paraphernalia, and pills.

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Plus, one of the other people in the car had a gun on them.

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Jay ended up getting arrested and hit with felony possession

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of a controlled substance without a prescription.

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He got out on bail the next day, but still had to cancel his set at Rolling Loud.

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Then in 2020, Jay was arrested again

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after he allegedly assaulted his old girl.

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She called the police and claimed they had a fight,

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then Jay grabbed her hair and started punching her over and over.

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She was pregnant with their first kid at the time,

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but Jay also allegedly choked her til she damn near passed out!

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The police went to his crib in Houston, Texas and raided the house.

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At first they couldn’t find Jay,

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but they did find $24k bands in cash,

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promethazine, oxycodone, and guns.

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Eventually the cops found Jay hiding in his attic

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and booked him for assaulting a pregnant woman and illegal drug possession.

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Jay’s ex later posted photos of her bruises on social media

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after getting into an argument with a rapper named Cuban Doll.

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His ex tagged Cuban Doll and said

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“this what Im black mailing him on?

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This what the lil joke was bout on the live,”

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with pics of her black eye and bruises on her neck and body.

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Even though Jay was arrested for assault,

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the two of them ended up getting back together pretty fast.

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Just a few weeks later,

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they both got arrested at an AirBnB in Georgia when cops found bottles of lean,

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pills, 11 guns, and over $2,000 in cash.

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They both got hit with narcotics possession, tampering with evidence, and possession of a weapon -

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but it ain’t end there.

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Later that year, Jay got arrested for domestic violence again

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after he allegedly attacked his girlfriend.

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According to the police report, Jay punched, pushed, and grabbed her,

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which left “visible marks and scars.”

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The cops charged him with battery, family violence,

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and three felony fugitive from justice charges.

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Then in August 2021,

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Jay was arrested for driving recklessly at a high speed with his passenger door open.

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When the cops pulled him over they found a woman in the car with him,

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and a baby on her lap without a seatbelt.

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They cited him for careless operation of a vehicle,

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no child restraint, and driving with a suspended license.

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This was a serious case,

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but what happened one month later was way worse!

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On September 16th, 2021,

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Jay was hit with accessory to second-degree murder

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and obstruction of justice charges related to a deadly shooting that happened in 2020.

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Jay posted a video of himself getting arrested

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and captioned it with “I only wanna change my city

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Judgment off unreliable resources ain’t right.

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I’m an artist, not a statistic.”

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Rumors started flying about what the arrest was for,

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but eventually more info was released about what went down.

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The murder happened at a birthday party in Louisiana for a woman named Big Ray.

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She hired some local club promoters to help bring in a crowd,

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and over 100 people showed up to the party on August 8th, 2020.

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At around 8 pm that night,

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a group of dudes pulled out automatic weapons and started dumping shots into the crowd.

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Three people got hit during the shooting,

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and unfortunately one of them died from her injuries.

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She was a 21-year-old from New York named Zion Hutchinson,

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who was staying in Baton Rouge at the time.

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A few days after the shooting,

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the police arrested a 30 year old named Brandon Perry

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and a 23 year old named Tommy Diamond for second-degree murder

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and two counts of attempted murder.

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Then a dude named Craig Brown got booked too.

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But Brown wasn’t a shooter,

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he was just a club promoter who they charged with possession of illegal drugs with intent to distribute,

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negligent homicide, and two counts of negligent injury.

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Even though he wasn’t involved with the shooting,

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cops still thought he was responsible because he helped run the event.

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Then Big Ray was also arrested

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and charged with negligent homicide and negligent injury

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because the shooting happened at her party.

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Eventually the cops tracked down two more alleged shooters in Texas and Montana,

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then a year later they connected Jay to the case!

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Since he was charged with accessory to second-degree murder

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the cops obviously ain’t think Jay was one of the dudes shooting.

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But they might have thought he helped the shooters escape or got rid of evidence.

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Jay never spoke about what went down publicly,

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and we’ll probably never know the full story of what happened that night.

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Another time Jay made headlines was back in 2019

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when he got his chain snatched at a show in North Carolina.

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A video leaked online showing Jay get into some kind of fight,

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then later another video was posted

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where an unknown dude is holding an ATK chain

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and someone yells out “Tell him come get his ****.”

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Then the dude holding the chain says

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“**** that n**** JayDaYoungan, n****.”

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Jay wasn’t an official member of ATK,

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but he was close with Yungeen Ace

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and they had a collab project together so Ace gave him the chain to show love.

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A few days after it went down,

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Jay hopped on twitter and said

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“If you don’t know facts about a situation don’t speak on that ****,”

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and “I’m so solid can’t **** faze or break me I’m built for this.”

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Then Yungeen Ace got involved and told the thieves they had one hour to give Jay his chain back.

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The dudes obviously knew Ace wasn’t the one to play with,

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and not long after, Jay hopped on IG to show everyone he got his chain back.

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The next day, rumors started flying that the dude who took it got chipped!

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A dude named Aaron Thomas was killed in his home in Greensboro, North Carolina,

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and Jay and some ATK affiliates started dissing him on social media

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so it seemed like they was behind the hit.

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Later one of Aaron’s homies came out and said

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that Jay and the other dudes were all lying for clout.

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According to him,

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Jay and Ace paid $25k racks to get the chain back and Aaron’s death wasn’t related to the situation.

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He also facetimed the dude who took the chain to prove that ATK wasn’t involved at all.

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JayDaYoungan had a lot of issues,

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but at the end of the day he was a talented artist who never stopped working on his craft.

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He already dropped two EPs this year,

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and also planned on creating his own label to sign other artists who came from the streets like him.

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Unfortunately he’ll never be able to reach his full potential,

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but he left his fans with a ton of music to carry on his legacy.

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There ain’t a lot of details about his shooting available yet,

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but this story is still developing so make sure ya’ll tap in for updates.

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Rest in Peace to JayDaYoungan

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