Pop Smoke: Family Releases Statement on Rapper’s Death

Pop Smoke‘s family has released an official statement in the wake of the young rapper’s tragic death.

In the statement issued on Friday, his family thanked all of his fans and friends for the support and love they have received following his sudden demise. 

The family also urged the public for “respect and responsible reporting” during this critical time. 

Read the statement in full below:

 “The family of Bashar ‘Pop Smoke’ Jackson would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone for your support.

 “Every prayer, call, and act of kindness is deeply appreciated as we mourn the loss of our son, brother and friend. Brooklyn knew him as Bashar, He was educated and nurtured in Brooklyn and his rise to fame all developed from the place he proudly represented. Within the last year, his extraordinary gifts were revealed to the world: introducing Pop Smoke. 

Unfortunately, there are no public details available regarding the murder of our loved one. We ask you to respect the responsible reporting during this crucial time. Thank you for respecting our family and the legacy of Bashar during this time.”

The New-York rapper was shot dead at a home in Hollywood Hills at about 4.30 am on February, 19. 

According to his autopsy report, the official cause of death was a gunshot to the torso. He was 20 years old.

Pop Smoke‘s death is being investigated as a gang-related attack and not a robbery gone wrong as initially reported. 

However, new reports indicate that the rapper might have tipped the assailant off before this gruesome murder.