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Shooting At Restaurant Owned By Yo Gotti Leaves 2 Dead, Others Injured
Yo Gotti is back in the news after a fight and shooting incident at his Memphis restaurant leaves two dead and others injured. The post Shooting At Restaurant Owned By Yo Gotti Leaves 2 Dead, Others Injured appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Omega Psi Phi Ditches Officers Who Beat Tyre Nichols
Three of the five Black Memphis police officers charged with second-degree murder in the death of Tyre Nichols have been given the boot by the Omega Psi Phi fraternity. “A few days ago, on behalf of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, we joined with all other caring, thoughtful, decent, and fair-minded people in America and […] The post Omega Psi Phi Ditches Officers Who Beat Tyre Nichols appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Memphis Police Disband Controversial SCORPION Unit
The controversial SCORPION unit of the Memphis Police Department, where five of its officers are charged with the beating death of Tyre Nichols, has been disbanded. The decision came after Chief C.J. Davis met with the officers of the unit over the weekend. Ben Crump and Antonio Romanucci, lawyers representing the Nichols family, commended the decision in a statement released on Saturday. The post Memphis Police Disband Controversial SCORPION Unit appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Self-Hating Black Man Jason Whitlock Questions Protests In Wake Of Tyre Nichols’ Murder By Police
Jason Whitlock questioned protests after video of the police murder of Tyre Nichols went wide and then blamed single Black mothers. The post Self-Hating Black Man Jason Whitlock Questions Protests In Wake Of Tyre Nichols’ Murder By Police appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Memphis Rapper Big Scarr Has Reportedly Died
Written By D.L. Chandler , Senior Editor Posted 36 mins ago @dlchandler123 D.L. Chandler is a veteran of the Washington D.C. metro writing scene, working as a journalist, reporter, and culture critic. Initially freelancing at iOne Digital in 2010, he officially joined the iOne team in 2017 where he currently works as a Senior Editor for Cassius Life and Hip-Hop Wired. D.L. covers a variety of topics including breaking news, politics, Hip-Hop music and culture, fashion, and Black history. He currently heads the SPIRIT.ED column for Cassius Life, which focuses on adult beverages and their history. D.L. has worked in the past for MTV News, Billboard, and several other publications. His first big break in journalism came with the now-defunct Politically Black in 1999, the nation’s first ...
Houston’s Restaurant In Memphis Accused Of Racism After Black Cop Told He Smells Like Marijuana
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Dan Reynolds Photography / Getty A funny thing can happen to a business once it has been accused publicly of racism—suddenly all said business’ dirty-and-discriminatory laundry starts coming out as other patrons start publicly recalling their own experiences. Such appears to be the case for Houston’s Restaurant in Memphis, Tennessee, where a Black police officer and high school principal said they were humiliated by a server who accused them of smelling like marijuana. From Raw Story: “I don’t plan on patronizing this establishment anymore,” said Marcus Mosby. “She said, ‘There’s a strong odor of marijuana coming from your party in this area.’ I said, ‘Ma’am, we don’t smoke marijuana. You’re mistaken.’ She said, ‘I’ve gotten complaints. People have called...
Young Dolph’s Partner Mia Jaye Talks Moving With Purpose After His Death
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: @iammiajaye / Instagram The city of Memphis continues to mourn the loss of Young Dolph. In an exclusive interview his partner Mia Jaye details her next steps. In an exclusive sit down with ABC the late rapper’s partner revealed that life without her high school sweetheart has been difficult on many levels. “It’s been extremely difficult just having to pick up the pieces and to find the strength for my children,” Jaye told ABC News Live’s Linsey Davis in an exclusive interview on Wednesday. “Now that he’s no longer here, it’s just very tough for me to be strong for them and be strong for myself because he — you know, Adolph was my soulmate.” Related Stories Ironically her brother Jeremey Jerdine also fell victim to gun violence back in May 2020. Short...
Young Dolph Murder Suspect Still At Large Despite Social Media Post
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jason Mendez / Getty Justin Johnson, a lead suspect in the daytime murder of Young Dolph, is still at large despite claims he was turning himself in. Johnson, who also goes by the stage name Straight Drop, stated via social media that he was to turn himself in on Monday (Jan. 10) but the day has passed without the moment coming to pass. Johnson’s attorney said he was unaware of any plan by Johnson to turn himself in, according to Fox13 Memphis. Officials say Johnson’s charges are first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and theft of property between $10,000 and $60,000. This is not the first time Johnson was arrested and charged. Back in early 2017, he pleaded guilty to three counts of aggravated assault after shooting three people at a bowling...
Suspect Linked To Young Dolph Murder Turning Himself In
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Prince Williams / Getty The murder case of Young Dolph saw new developments recently after a chief suspect in the December killing was publicly named. Justin Johnson, the man linked to the shooting death of the popular rapper, shared that he intends to turn himself over to authorities while claiming innocence. Johnson, who also raps under the stage name Straight Drop, shared an Instagram story post stating that he’ll turn himself into the police this coming Monday (Jan. 10). “Turning Myself In Monday @201 I’m Innocent I’ll Be Back Sooner Than You Can Blink,” Johnson wrote. Related Stories Via an Instagram post, Johnson shared a video of a news story that, based on the framing and caption made by Johnson, was intended to paint him in a favorable light. If ...
Suspect Identified In Connection To Murder Of Young Dolph
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jason Mendez / Getty The shooting death of rapper Young Dolph sent shockwaves throughout the Hip-Hop industry and across the nation due to its brazen nature. Now, officials have identified a suspect in connection to the slaying of the beloved Memphis star and the search for the suspect is now in high gear. Local Memphis news outlet WREG reports that the combined efforts of the Memphis Police Department, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations, and U.S. Marshals pieced together enough evidence to name Justin Johnson, 23, as the man who shot and killed the rapper born Adolph Thorton on November 17. From the TBI’s Facebook page: Related Stories We need your help to find Justin Johnson, wanted by the Memphis Police Department and TBI for First Degree Murder, C...
City Of Memphis Honors Young Dolph With Honorary Street Naming
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: @iammiajaye / Instagram The city of Memphis continues to celebrate the legacy of Young Adolph. A street has been named after him in his hometown. As spotted on Complex family, friends, supporters and local officials unveiled Adolph “Young Dolph” Thornton, Jr. Avenue on Wednesday, December 15. The ceremony took place near Dunn Avenue and Airways Boulevard in the Catalia Heights neighborhood of the city. Related Stories Naturally the event had a somber mood but those closest to the fallen MC made sure to remind the crowd why the “Cut It” rapper was a one of one. “Adolph was just an amazing man, he was an amazing father, he was an amazing example of what a man should be to my son,” said Mia Jaye. “I’m grateful to have experienced him. And I’m grateful that t...
City Of Memphis To Name Street In Honor Of Young Dolph
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: handout / Handout The legacy of Young Dolph will continue to live on in his hometown. The city of Memphis has announced that a street will be named after him. ‘As spotted on TMZ the fallen rapper will receive a unique distinction in the birthplace of Birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Last week local officials revealed that an intersection near Memphis Depot Industrial Park. The celebrity gossip website claims the effort is being quarterbacked by city councilman JB Smiley. While this was something Smiley wanted to do immediately after the “Cut It” rapper’s passing he apparently wanted to get the family’s approval to move forward with the gesture. Related Stories “It’s important for the city of Memphis to know that we’re going to celebrate our own,” Smiley ...
