Rapper Fatboi Gwalla Gwalla's Death Ruled A Homicide: Report

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The Milwaukee rapper's remains were found inside of a burning vehicle earlier this week.

A mystery out of Milwaukee involving a local rapper has turned into a murder investigation. A local news station reports that just two days ago (May 18) police came across a grisly scene when they discovered a body inside of a vehicle that was set ablaze. A preliminary investigation identified the victim as 42-year-old Lamonn C. Young, better known by his Rap moniker, Fatboi Gwalla Gwalla. The rapper lost his life in his hometown and it's being reported by CBS 58 that a medical examiner has now ruled his death as a homicide. However, it's unclear what caused his death at this time.

Earlier this year, Young released his latest album Hustle Hard and his family reportedly wants the world to remember him as a loving "father, husband, artist and entrepreneur."

Activist Tracey Dent spoke with the outlet about Young's death while denouncing gun violence. “A lot of talent is gone, it’s gone way too soon,” said Dent. “It’s a sense of urgency right now because people are scared, you know, they’re scared to come out of their house, because someone is getting shot or killed every single day.”

“We’re just trying to build unity across the county and everybody start working together, sharing resources and so we can start reducing the violence in our city,” Dent added.

The status of the homicide investigation is unknown, but it's reported that there haven't been any persons of interest or suspects publicly named. Authorities are hoping that someone will come forward with information that will help solve this case. Check out a few posts of Fatboi Gwalla Gwalla below. We send our sincerest condolences to the rapper's loved ones.

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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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