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Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Yahoo
Young Scooter, Atlanta Rapper, Dies at 39 While Fleeing Police
Atlanta rapper Young Scooter died Friday following a severe leg injury he sustained while fleeing the police. He was 39. The rapper, born Kenneth Edward Rashaad Bailey, was pronounced dead at Grady Marcus Trauma Center in Atlanta. The City of Atlanta Police Department confirmed Bailey's death at a press conference late Friday night. Police Lt. Andrew Smith told reporters authorities responded to a call about a weapon in a home. Police set up a perimeter outside the residence upon arrival. Two men fled from the home soon thereafter — one returned to the house and Bailey jumped two fences in an attempt to evade police. 'When officers located [Bailey] on the other side of the fence, he appeared to have suffered an injury to his leg,' Smith said. He also clarified the nature of Bailey's death in response to stories that the rapper was shot by police. 'Just to be very clear, the injury that was sustained was not via the officers on scene. It was when the male was fleeing,' Smith added. Bailey was born in South Carolina in 1986. His family moved to Atlanta when he was young, a decision that directly sparked his rap career. His first local hit was 2012's 'Colombia,' which he followed up with 2014's 'DI$Function' alongside Future, Juicy J and Young Thug. Bailey spoke to The Fader about his 2017 release, 'Trippple Cross,' in 2018. He explained the project was pretty organic in nature and release. 'I drop my mixtape off the mood of the streets,' Bailey said, .'I feel like it's a lot of crazy s–t going on in the streets right now. I just felt like that would be the strongest title to drop, that 'Trippple Cross.'' He also defended his authenticity in rap. 'My authentic streetness is what got me still going because there's a lot of rappers that I looked up to, I mean they're relevant but nobody really listens to them because they ain't really out here or reppin' the streets,' Bailey said. He also reflected on the ever-evolving rap scene in Atlanta, which he said had changed in part because man people 'ain't even making music sometimes, you can go on Instagram and be funny.' 'It's not even about the music, it's about social media,' he added. 'A lotta folks are bullshittin' but it still works. Folks my think my music is bullshit, I just say that's your opinion. This is the city you gotta break in though, if Atlanta's not listening to your shit, you might not make it. I think it's good at the end of the day, it don't matter what you say, this shit all entertainment. It's a new rapper coming out everyday. There wasn't that many rappers coming out back then, they coming every week now.' The post Young Scooter, Atlanta Rapper, Dies at 39 While Fleeing Police appeared first on TheWrap.
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Yahoo
Security officer allegedly damages several unhoused residents' tents in northeast Atlanta
A warrant has been issued for a security officer accused of cutting up several unhoused residents' tents Friday morning. Security officer allegedly damages several unhoused residents' tents in northeast Atlanta [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Around 11:39 a.m., Atlanta officers were called to an area on Old Wheat Street in northeast Atlanta regarding property damage. Officers spoke with several victims who said an unknown man damaged their tents using a cutting tool. Investigators said they were also made aware of a video circulating on social media regarding the incident. TRENDING STORIES: Security officer allegedly damages several unhoused residents' tents in northeast Atlanta East Point police shoot woman who threatened them with a knife Body of beloved teacher found a month after vanishing on Lake Oconee The investigation led to APD identifying the suspect as 42-year-old Danielle Barnett, also known as 'Davinci'. Authorities believe Barnett acted alone. According to officials, Barnett is known to work as a security officer in the Auburn area. Officials said Barnett is not affiliated with the City of Atlanta or the City of Atlanta Police Department. Investigators have secured warrants for Barnett for property damage. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Tipsters can remain anonymous by calling the Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line at 404-577-8477, submitting a tip online, or by texting CSGA and the tip to CRIMES (738477). You do not have to give your name or any identifying information to be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
