Atlanta rapper Young Scooter was reportedly shot in Atlanta on Friday near State Farm Arena, where the NCAA tournament is taking place Local media reported one person was shot, with sources claiming the victim was Young Scooter. Later, Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the death.
Authored by: Shamik Banerjee
Updated Mar 29, 2025, 09:36 IST
Atlanta Rapper Young Scooter.
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Atlanta-based rapper Young Scooter was reportedly shot in Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday. The shooting was reported just blocks from State Farm Arena where the NCAA tournament is being played and one person was shot in it, as per Fox 5 Atlanta. Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that the victim was Young Scooter, whose real name is Kenneth Edward Bailey.
As per local news reports, the shooting took place at the intersection of Luckie Street NW and Mills Street NW. Young Scooter was found with gunshot wounds at the scene of the shooting and was taken to Marcus Trauma Center in Atlanta in critical condition. His cause of death is under investigation.
Meanwhile, many on social media paid tribute to the deceased rapper. Here are some of them.
Scooter was known for his mixtapes and collaborations with artists like Future, Gucci Mane and Young Thug. He gained recognition with his 2013 mixtape “Street Lottery”, featuring the hit “Colombia.” His music blends trap and street rap themes.
Despite facing legal troubles, including a 2013 arrest for probation violation, he used his experiences to fuel his music. His breakthrough came with his 2013 mixtape “Street Lottery”, which featured the hit song “Colombia.” The track became a viral street anthem and earned him recognition in the rap industry.
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