Hundreds of people showed up at Bessie Branham Park in the Kirkwood neighborhood Thursday night, the neighborhood where Young Scooter grew up.

On Friday (March 28), the rap community suffered a heartbreaking loss with the passing of Young Scooter, an influential Atlanta rapper known for his raw street lyricism and collaborations with some of the industry's biggest names.

Despite rumors circulating online, officials say Young Scooter "injured himself on organic (wooden) fencing material and/or woody debris"

Family, friends, and fans of Atlanta rapper Young Scooter will gather Thursday evening for a balloon release honoring his life and legacy. The event is scheduled from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bessie Branham Park, 2051 Delano Drive NE in Atlanta. Organizers ask attendees to bring red, white or blue balloons only for the memorial.

Future shared a heartbreaking tribute to Young Scooter, calling the loss "unreal" and saying his life "will never be the same."

Pluto and the Jugg King were close friends and frequently made music together. Check out what Future had to say about his late friend.

Young Scooter, Atlanta rapper, tragically passed away on March 28, 2025. Discover his legacy, music career, and the details surrounding his untimely death.

Tragedy struck the Atlanta Hip-Hop scene as rapper Young Scooter tragically died on his 39th birthday reportedly following a confrontation with Atlanta police. The “Jugg King” artist, neé Kenneth Bailey, allegedly attempted to flee on foot when officers responded to reports of gunfire and alleged abuse against a woman on Friday (March 28).

US rapper Young Scooter died on his 39th birthday after police confirmed he died from injuries caused as he fled from officers

The hip-hop world is in shock following reports of the tragic death of Atlanta rapper Young Scooter on his 39th birthday. Known for his contributions to the trap music genre, Scoot