Pop Smoke’s family comes forward with a statement.
It’s been a little over a week since Pop Smoke was viciously gunned down. For the first time since his passing, Pop’s family has come forward to thank everyone for their support during such a trying time.
“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 giftedness was revealed to the world, introducing Pop Smoke.”
The Jackson family concluded their statement with, “Unfortunately, there are no public details available regarding the murder of our loved one. We ask for respect and responsible reporting during this critical time. Inaccurate reports only add unnecessary pain to a grieving family.”
On February 19, the “Welcome To The Party” rapper was shot in his rented Hollywood Hills home. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
An investigation has been launched, but authorities have yet to determine the motive behind the shooting, and no suspects have been arrested.
View the full statement from the Jackson family below.
