JayDaYoungan

2022 - 7 - 28

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Rapper JayDaYoungan shot outside Louisiana home, dead at 24 (New York Post)

Up-and-coming rapper JayDaYoungan died outside his home in Bogalusa, Louisiana after suffering gunshot wounds Wednesday night.

His career saw him collaborate with artists including Lil Durk, Lato, and Moneybagg Yo. He released his debut album “23 Is Back” in June 2021. The rapper landed a music deal with Atlantic Records in 2017. He was sentenced to five years in jail for the gun charges, however, was released last month and credited with time served. Officials said it was possible the shootings were linked. He was out on $175,000 bond at the time after being arrested in September 2021 on suspicion of being an accessory to second-degree murder. According to his bio on Pandora, he gained popularity with “Spinning” and “Taking Off.”

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JayDaYoungan death: Rapper fatally shot aged 24 (The Independent)

Artist, real name Javorius Scott, was killed outside his home in Louisiana.

The rapper was father to a young son. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. He was under house arrest at the time of his death.

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JayDaYoungan Shot Dead at 24: Police Explain What Happened to ... (Newsweek)

Louisiana rapper JayDaYoungan—real name Javorius Scott—was killed on Wednesday in a shooting in his hometown Bogalusa.

Kenyatta Scott Sr. has been transported to another facility and we have been told he is in stable condition." Newsweek has contacted the Bogalusa Police Department for further comment. JayDaYoungan also made headlines for a series of legal problems. In October 2021, JayDaYoungan was arrested and charged with a number of felonies, including the illegal use of a controlled dangerous substance in the presence of minors, child desertion and possession of a controlled and dangerous substance. The fatal shooting occurred outside a home on the 600 block of Superior Avenue, according to a Police Department on Wednesday evening. Rapper JayDaYoungan has died at the age of 24, after a shooting in his hometown of Bogalusa, Louisiana, on Wednesday, July 27.

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How many kids does rapper JayDaYoungan have? (HITC)

Louisiana rapper JayDaYoungen, whose real name is Tavorius Scott, has been tragically killed in a shooting in his hometown of Bogalusa.

Their son is now two years old and regularly features on the musician’s Instagram as well as having his own profile. my guardian angel 👼🏼,” the model continued. JayDaYoungan’s most recent album Baby23 was released in June 2020 and the 24-year-old also released a mixtape called 23 Is Back in June 2021. you taught me so much and you’ll forever be with mommy! The 24-year-old released a number of mixtapes from 2016 and 2019 before dropping his debut album mixtape Misunderstood in 2019 which peaked at number 43 on the Billboard 200 chart. They announced that one victim had been transported to Our Lady of the Angels Emergency Room before naming him as Tavorius in a second update and adding that he had sadly died.

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Who Is JayDaYoungan? Facts About Rapper Who Died (Hollywood Life)

JayDaYoungan: 5 Things To Know About The Rapper, 24, Shot & Killed Outside His Home ... Up-and-coming rapper, JayDaYoungan, was pronounced dead after being shot ...

In the years before his death, JayDaYoungan faced a series of legal troubles. JayDaYoungan began his rap career when he was 18 years old, dropping out of high school to pursue a career in the music industry. Although the rapper did not post on social media about his son often, he did give him a birthday shoutout in May 2021. Cops confirmed that JayDaYoungan succumbed to his injuries after being rushed to the hospital in critical condition on July 27. He also released a studio album, Baby23, in June 2020, which reached No. 46 on the Billboard charts. JayDaYoungan has died at the age of 24 years old after being shot outside his Louisiana home.

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Rapper JayDaYoungan shot dead (News24)

US rapper JayDaYoungan, known for his hit song 23 Island, was shot dead in Louisiana on Wednesday evening, police said.

The musician, who had recently posted photos on Instagram showing him playing with his young son, died in his hometown of Bogalusa, local police said in a statement. Further information will follow as it becomes available," the Bogalusa police department said. US rapper JayDaYoungan, known for his hit song 23 Island, was shot dead in Louisiana on Wednesday evening, police said.

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Rapper JayDaYoungan, 24, shot and killed in Louisiana hometown (CBS News)

The "23 Island" rapper was killed in a shooting that also wounded a close relative.

He was under indictment for felony crimes in Texas. He was sentenced to time served after seven months in prison in the Louisiana case. "We pray for the victims and their families," she said. He was sentenced to prison in June for possession of a firearm while under indictment or felony, the Department of Justice announced. JayDaYoungan, who had millions of followers on social media, was known for his hit songs, "23 Island," "Elimination" and "Opps," and considered a rising star in the rap scene. Rapper JayDaYoungan was killed in a shooting in his hometown of Bogalusa, Louisiana, local police said. The Bogalousa Police Department said they responded to a shooting late Wednesday afternoon and found two people who were wounded.

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Rapper JayDaYoungan Dead at 24 After Fatal Shooting (E! Online)

Rapper JayDaYoungan was shot and killed on July 27 in his hometown of Bogalusa, Louisiana. Read tributes to the young artist below.

JayDaYoungan was a rising star in the hip hop game. Officers responded to the reports of a shooting and found two victims. The hip hop industry is mourning the loss of a rising star.

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Rapper JayDaYoungan Dead at 24 After Being Shot Outside His ... (PEOPLE.com)

Rapper JayDaYoungan died in Louisiana after being shot outside of his home, police say. The 24-year-old artist, born Javorius Scott, was killed in his ...

"On Wednesday, July 27th, 2022 at 5:50 pm the Bogalusa Police Department received a call of a shooting in the 600 block of Superior Avenue," authorities announced. As detectives investigate, it remains unclear if the two crimes are connected. The 24-year-old artist, born Javorius Scott, was killed in his hometown of Bogalusa on Wednesday evening, the Bogalusa Police Department announced on

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JayDaYoungan's Sister Mourns Rapper After Fatal Shooting: 'No ... (Complex)

Hours after JayDaYoungan was fatally shot in his hometown of Bogalusa, the Louisiana rapper's sister took to Instagram to pay tribute to her brother.

I got J.R., and I Love You So Much. 23 Forever and I’m standing on it. “We can also confirm that Javorius Scott has died as a result of his injuries. “I love you so much!!!

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JayDaYoungan, Louisiana rapper, dies at 24 after being shot ... (EW.com)

Louisiana rapper JayDaYoungan was shot and killed Wednesday outside his home in Bogalusa. He was 24.

"We are deeply saddened to hear the devastating news that JayDaYoungan has been tragically killed," Atlantic Records said in a statement to EW. "This is a senseless loss of an immensely talented artist with his whole life in front of him. JayDaYoungan found regional success with this 2017 mixtape Ruffwayy, which he followed up with The Real Jumpman 23 later that year. I'm so sorry 💔 I love you so much!!!"

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US rapper JayDaYoungan shot and killed in Louisiana home town (The Guardian)

Rapper, real name Javorius Scott, 24, fatally shot on Wednesday in Bogalusa, north of New Orleans, police say.

Police said the surviving victim was a “close relative” of the rapper but would not discuss their relationship. “My thoughts and prayers are with the victims’ family and friends. His major-label debut album Baby23 arrived in 2020. Another victim, still on the scene, was critically wounded and was transported there by ambulance. “The senseless shooting in Bogalusa [is] another tragic reminder of the pain that violent crime brings with it,” she said. Stop the violence!

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Rapper JayDaYoungan dead at 24 after fatal shooting (Los Angeles Times)

'Elimination' rapper JayDayoungan died Wednesday after he was shot in Bogalusa, La. He was 24.

Legal issues dogged Scott, with charges stemming from things such as possession of a controlled substance in 2019, illegal drug possession and assault in March 2020, serving as an accessory to second-degree murder. In the same year, Scott released “The Real Jumpman 23,” which peaked at No. 86 on the Billboard 200. in September 2021, and child desertion and evidence tampering in October 2021. “We can also confirm that Javorius Scott has died as a result of his injuries. Earlier Wednesday, Bogalusa police said that there were two victims receiving treatment after the shooting, which was reported at 5:50 p.m. One victim was transported to the Our Lady of the Angels emergency room. The Bogalusa Police Department said detectives are investigating the crime.

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Rapper JayDaYoungan killed in 'senseless shooting' in his ... (USA TODAY)

The musician, whose real name is Javorius Scott, was killed Wednesday just after 6 p.m. Local police said he died "as a result of his injuries."

In a Facebook post, Bogalusa Police confirmed Scott's death "as a result of his injuries." Earlier this year he released two EPs, "Scarred" and "All Is Well." In his brief career, Scott had worked with Lil Durk, Latto, Moneybagg Yo and Kevin Gates. In June 2021, Scott was released from prison after serving seven months on charges of possession of a firearm while under indictment for a crime. "My thoughts and prayers are with the victims' family and friends. They said they believe the violence is retaliatory. Another victim, still on scene, was critically wounded and was transported there by ambulance.

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'It's devastating': Grandfather of slain rapper JayDaYoungan asks ... (WDSU New Orleans)

WDSU is finding out more about a double shooting that happened in Bogalusa on Wednesday night. Family of the victim, Javorius Scott, also known as ...

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