Rapper Remy Ma’s son, Jayson Scott, was arrested Tuesday for the June 2021 murder of a man in Queens.
Scott, 23, has been charged with first-degree murder for allegedly shooting 47-year-old Darius Guillebeaux following a dispute on June 7, 2021, according to the New York Police Department. Richard Swygert, 22, was also charged in the same murder.
In addition to first-degree murder, Scott has been charged with second-degree murder, two counts of criminal possession of a weapon and first-degree reckless endangerment. Swygert only faces one murder charge.
Guillebeaux was found just before 1 p.m. on June 7, 2021, with multiple gunshot wounds to the head and chest, according to the NYPD. He was taken to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and pronounced dead.
Guillebeaux had been indicted by the New York attorney general just eight months before the shooting as part of a large-scale drug operation. The investigation, dubbed “Operation Heat Wave,” resulted in the arrests of 54 people accused of trafficking heroin, fentanyl and oxycodone to be sold in upstate Jefferson County.
Remy Ma performs live during the NMAAHC Hip-Hop Block Party at Smithsonian National Museum Of African American History, Aug. 12, 2023, in Washington.
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Remy Ma, real name Reminisce Kioni Mackie, who is from the Bronx, was discovered by the legendary rapper Big Pun and later signed by Fat Joe. She performed as part of Fat Joe’s group, Terror Squad, and released the solo album “There’s Something About Remy” in 2006.
She has been nominated for four Grammys and won two BET Awards for best female hip-hop artist in 2005 and 2017. She’s also appeared in several television shows, including multiple iterations of the popular VH1 reality show “Love & Hip Hop.”
Remy Ma, 44, is married to fellow rapper Papoose. They had a child in 2018.
No stranger to legal trouble herself, Remy Ma was convicted of assault and illegal weapons possession in 2008 after a July 2007 shooting in a Manhattan deli. She spent about six years in prison.
Rapper Remy Ma, whose real name is Reminisce Smith, has been in the headlines recently for a tragic and shocking reason. Her son, Jason Smith, has been arrested for murder in 2021.
The news of Jason’s arrest has sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community and fans of Remy Ma. The details surrounding the case are still emerging, but it has been reported that Jason was involved in a fatal shooting in New York City.
Remy Ma, who has had a tumultuous past herself with legal troubles and a prison sentence for assault, has not yet made a public statement about her son’s arrest. It is unclear how she is coping with this devastating news and what impact it will have on her career and personal life.
This is not the first time that Remy Ma’s family has been involved in legal issues. In 2008, she was convicted of assault for shooting a friend during a dispute over money. She served six years in prison for the crime and was released in 2014.
It is always heartbreaking to hear about a young person getting involved in such a serious and violent crime. It is a reminder of the harsh realities of life and the consequences of making poor choices.
As more information comes to light about Jason Smith’s case, it is important to remember that he is innocent until proven guilty. It is also important to consider the impact that this tragedy will have on Remy Ma and her family.
In times like these, it is crucial to offer support and compassion to those who are going through difficult times. Remy Ma will undoubtedly need the love and understanding of her fans and loved ones as she navigates this challenging situation.
As the case unfolds, the hip-hop community will be watching closely to see how it all plays out. In the meantime, our thoughts are with Remy Ma and her family during this difficult time.
