Atlanta Rapper Young Scooter Dies at 39

Atlanta rapper Young Scooter, born Kenneth Edward Bailey, tragically passed away on his 39th birthday, March 28, 2025. The incident occurred in Atlanta when police responded to reports of gunfire and a woman being forcibly taken into a residence. Upon arrival, officers encountered Bailey, who fled the scene. During his attempt to escape, he sustained a severe leg injury while jumping over fences. Despite being transported to Grady Marcus Trauma Center, Bailey was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

Born on March 28, 1986, in Walterboro, South Carolina, Bailey moved to Atlanta at a young age. He began his music career in 2008 and quickly became a prominent figure in the Atlanta hip-hop scene. Bailey was among the first artists to sign with Future’s Freebandz label in 2012 and later joined Waka Flocka Flame’s Brick Squad Monopoly in 2013. He gained significant recognition with his 2013 mixtape “Street Lottery,” featuring collaborations with artists like Gucci Mane, Young Dolph, and Chief Keef. Throughout his career, Bailey worked with notable artists such as Lil Wayne, Migos, and Rick Ross.

Bailey’s death has elicited an outpouring of grief from the hip-hop community and his family. His son, Kenneth Bailey Jr., expressed his sorrow on social media, referring to his father as his “best friend” and vowing to continue his legacy. The exact cause of death is pending an autopsy, but authorities have confirmed that no weapons were fired by police during the incident.

Young Scooter’s influence on the hip-hop community was profound, and his music resonated with many. His untimely passing is a significant loss to the industry and his fans worldwide.

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