Rich Gang Rapper BTY Youngin’ Shot and Killed In New Orleans

(AllHipHop News) BTY Youngin was shot and killed last night in his hometown of New Orleans.

BTY, who was signed to Cash Money Records as part of Birdamn’s Rich Gang crew, was shot and killed in the Hollygrove section of New Orleans.

According to police, the aspiring rapper was shot to death on Airline Highway on April 29.

“He was a very uplifting individual,” BTY Youngin’s cousin said Glen Bell said. “A very positive individual. Very impactful.”

In previous interviews, BTY Youngin had revealed he had already been shot five times.

BTY Youngin, born Desmone Jerome, overcame his obstacles, and signed with Birdman/Cash Money, earlier this year.

So far, police have released little details on the shooting, or if there is a suspect.

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