Tragic Loss: Rapper Young Scooter Dies on His 39th Birthday

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The hip-hop community is mourning a tragic loss.

On March 28, which marked his 39th birthday, Atlanta-based rapper Young Scooter, who had been signed to the record labels of Future and Waka Flocka Flame, sadly passed away.

As a lifestyle expert, I’m sad to share the news that the identity and passing of a renowned rapper have been confirmed by the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office. Various media outlets reported his unfortunate demise at Atlanta’s Grady Marcus Trauma Center. At this moment, the exact cause of death of Young Scooter—known to many as Kenneth Edward Bailey—is still under investigation, awaiting an autopsy for further details.

Atlanta Police Department Lt. Andrew Smith, a homicide commander, said at a press conference 

On that particular day, an unnamed 39-year-old individual succumbed to his injuries sustained while attempting to elude law enforcement officers. The officers were dispatched following reports of a confrontation related to a weapon.

He mentioned during the call summary that gunshots had been heard and a woman appeared to have been pulled back inside the premises. Upon arrival of the officers, they knocked on the door. A man swiftly opened the door but promptly closed it on the officers.

Smith mentioned that the police subsequently set up a boundary. In this boundary, two individuals allegedly escaped from the house through the back. Later, one of them re-entered the house, whereas the other hopped over two fences while running away.

Speaking as a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it like this: “I can confirm that when we found him beyond the fence, he seemed to have endured a leg wound. We provided immediate care and transported him to Gray Hospital. Regrettably, he passed away there. It’s important to note that the injury was not inflicted by the officers present at the scene. Instead, it occurred during his attempt to evade.

Smith stated that the man seemed to have suffered either a bone break or wounds on his leg, and there was bleeding present. Notably, no gunshots were reported during the event, which is still being investigated. Unfortunately, officers were unable to find the female individual as described in the emergency call.

In simpler terms, prior to his demise, Young Scooter – who was a father of five as reported by The Shade Room – had re-shared numerous birthday wishes from family, friends, and followers on his Instagram Stories. After his death, his son, Kenneth Bailey Jr., paid tribute to him on social media.

He wrote on his Instagram Stories, “I’m so sorry to say this, but my dearest friend is no longer here. Despite the sadness, I wish you a happy birthday. I’ve got a clear idea of how to move forward, and I’m not alone – I have my family with me.

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2025-03-29 20:47