Young Dolph Murder: Latest Updates on Suspects and Possible Motives
Rapper Young Dolph (Adolph Robert Thornton, Jr.) was fatally shot on November 17th, 2021, at Makeda's Homemade Butter Cookies in Memphis, Tennessee. The 36-year-old artist was approached by gunmen while entering the establishment, where he was a regular customer.
Police tape at Young Dolph murder
Key Facts About the Murder:
- Two masked gunmen were captured on surveillance footage
- They arrived in a white two-door Mercedes
- The shooting occurred in broad daylight
- Dolph was planning to attend a Thanksgiving charity event afterward
Previous Attempts on Young Dolph's Life:
- 2017: Survived a shooting in Los Angeles while shopping
- 2017: Survived another attack in Charlotte, NC
- Had previously upgraded vehicles with bulletproof paneling
Potential Connection to Soulja Boy:
- Prior to the murder, Soulja Boy offered a $100,000 bounty for Dolph's whereabouts
- Was removed from the Millennium Tour following the incident
- Denied any involvement in the murder
Two men flee shooting scene
Two men fleeing crime scene
White Mercedes outside gas station
Two masked shooters facing each other
Armed man in parking lot
The Memphis Police Department continues to investigate the case. Young Dolph leaves behind a son and daughter, along with a legacy of seven studio albums, including his debut "King of Memphis."
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