A Lil Baby concert in Memphis took a harrowing turn when gunfire erupted, leaving one person injured and the shooter at large. Details regarding the incident, including whether the shooting occurred inside or outside the arena, remain unspecified by the police. Reports from WREG-TV indicate that Lil Baby was swiftly escorted from the stage as shots rang out within the venue.
Memphis Police responded to the scene on Beale Street shortly before 10:30 PM on Thursday night, discovering one individual suffering from gunshot wounds. Disturbing video footage captured the moment a man was wheeled out of the FedEx Forum, still conscious and alert.
The wounded individual was rushed to Regional One Hospital in critical condition, and as of Friday morning, the identity of the shooter remains unknown.
Adding to the complexity of the situation, recent reports suggest that rapper CEO Jizzle from Memphis was among those shot during Lil Baby’s performance. CEO Jizzle, whose real name is Jaylen Johnson, confirmed the incident in an Instagram video. Notably, Johnson is related to the well-known rapper Young Dolph, whose real name is Adolph Thornton. The chaotic scene saw Glentavious Jones captured on camera as a man in a red shirt was stretchered away.
According to Memphis police, the incident transpired on the first floor of the FedEx Forum, yet they have not released further details about the circumstances.
Eyewitnesses at the concert assert that the gunfire erupted within the first thirty minutes of the performance, prompting the shutdown of the FedEx Forum.
News of the incident sent shockwaves across the internet as users grappled with the tragic turn of events. The untimely demise of an emerging artist struck a chord with many, and condolence messages poured in from fans of the rapper. Discussions continued to revolve around CEO Jizzle’s earlier music releases.
Authorities have disclosed that the victim was shot by an unidentified suspect who is currently evading capture. Following the gunfire, the venue was evacuated, with no reports of additional injuries.
Notably, rapper GloRilla from Memphis made a special appearance at the Lil Baby concert on the same night, though it remains unclear if this was related to the shooting incident.
Tragically, a fatality was reported at the scene of a shooting that occurred on July 4 at 6:30 PM, according to Memphis Police. This incident is separate from the Lil Baby concert shooting. The Memphis Police Department (MPD) confirmed that one person was shot and killed. A black car was spotted fleeing the scene, leading to the issuance of a first-degree murder warrant for Michael Clayton in connection with the fatal shooting.
Amid these tragic events, it’s important to note that the rapper from Memphis, Casino Jizzle, is an independent artist with an impressive online presence. His music videos have garnered over 46 million views, and he boasts approximately 10 million streams on Apple Music. On July 7, he was set to release a brand-new album, marking a significant moment in his career.
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