Lil Keed Vigil Permit Denied After YSL Promotes Event, City Gives Reasons Why: Report

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There were apparently a number of factors why Forest Park rejected the application.

It was just a week ago when the world learned that Lil Keed passed away. The shocking news quickly circulated through social media—even more so after his brother Lil Gotit confirmed the rumors. As expected, Keed's fans want to celebrate his life and mourn his loss together, so organizers in Atlanta have attempted to arrange a public vigil for a gathering. Unfortunately, according to reports, their request for a permit was denied.

As 11 Alive states, the city of Forest Park has rejected a permit to hold a vigil for Keed at Starr Park. However, they did give the reason behind their decision.

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It seems that the vigil would conflict with elections being held in the area that week along with other events that have already been confirmed. The news outlet also added that the City of Forest Park may have has "safety concerns."

Keed's cause of death was said to have been health-related, but it's his record label that has given some people pause. Young Stoner Life Records, or YSL, has been tagged to be a "criminal gang" by prosecutors in Georgia who have indicted 28 alleged members and associates of the collection. Young Thug and Gunna were arrested and remain in custody at the time of this publication.

One of Keed's last posts was in support of YSL as he told the world that they were "not a street gang" or criminal enterprise. The plans for Keed's memorial or funeral service have not been shared.

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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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