DISAPPEARANCE – The carnage continues in the middle of American rap. The musician, known for his hits 23 Islands, Elimination died in his hometown of Bogalusa, Louisiana.
American rapper JayDaYoungan, known in particular for his singles 23 Islands, Elimination and oppswas fatally shot Wednesday night in a small town in Louisiana, local police said.
The musician, who recently posted photos on Instagram showing him performing with his young son, died in his hometown of Bogalusa, the source said in a statement.
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“Javorius Scott died of his injuries after the shooting, which took place shortly before 6 p.m.”said the police who also mentioned his pseudonym JayDaYoungan.
A “close family member” who was also injured, is in stable condition in hospital, the statement added without giving further details. According to media, the second victim would be the father of the deceased rapper, who was 24 years old. The police added that an investigation was ongoing and that they would communicate on “more information” when they would be »available«.
23 Islands came out three years ago and has 173 million views on YouTube.
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