YG Found To Be Owner Of Vehicle Involved In Compton Shooting: Report

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A deputy was shot and an innocent bystander was killed.

It seems as if YG just can't catch a break. The Compton rapper has been mourning the loss of his close friend Nipsey Hussle, just days ago news broke that his associate Slim 400 was shot multiple times, and his 4Hunnid artist Sad Boy Loko is awaiting trial on attempted murder charges. Now, ABC7 Eyewitness News in Los Angeles has reported that the rapper is linked to a shooting in Compton on Wednesday evening.

According to the outlet, officers responded to a report regarding a reckless driver who was possibly driving under the influence. At approximately 11:30 p.m., detectives arrived on Spruce Street in Compton after they were alerted to a shooting that involved both a deputy and a black Cadillac Escalade. Reports state that gunfire was exchanged between deputies and the suspect leaving one officer injured after he was shot. His wound wasn't life-threatening and after being treated, he was quickly released.

The shooting was ongoing during a pursuit where the suspects fired at officers who were chasing behind them and at police helicopters monitoring their movements from above. The chase finally ended in Inglewood were more bullets were exchanged and an innocent bystander was killed.

Police inspected the black Escalade involved in the shooting and found that it was fitted with an unspecified armor and "aftermarket bulletproof glass." When they ran the registration, investigators found that the owner of the vehicle was Keenon Jackson, YG's birth name. One suspect was arrested at the scene but another reportedly remains at large. Detectives are investigating YG's connection with the vehicle and suspects.


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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