Garrett Burton, better known by his stage name Gee Money, was a rising rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was shot and killed on September 10, 2017, at the age of 22.
The shooting took place in the parking lot of a recording studio on Dallas Drive in Baton Rouge. Gee Money was leaving the studio when he was approached by a gunman and shot multiple times. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Investigation
The investigation into Gee Money’s murder is still ongoing. However, police believe that the shooting was the result of a long-standing feud between Gee Money and another Baton Rouge rapper, NBA YoungBoy.
NBA YoungBoy and Gee Money were both rising stars in the Baton Rouge rap scene. However, they were also rivals. In the months leading up to Gee Money’s murder, there were several incidents of violence between their respective crews.
Investigators believe that the shooting of Gee Money was a retaliation for one of these incidents. However, they have not yet been able to identify the gunman or make any arrests.
The Motive
The motive for Gee Money’s murder is still unclear. However, investigators believe that it was likely the result of a gang-related feud.
Gee Money was a member of the 3NG (3rd Ward Nickerson Gang) in Baton Rouge. NBA YoungBoy is a member of the Never Broke Again (NBA) crew. The two crews have been rivals for several years.
In the months leading up to Gee Money’s murder, there were several incidents of violence between the two crews. In one incident, a member of the 3NG was shot and killed. In another incident, a member of the NBA crew was shot and wounded.
Investigators believe that the shooting of Gee Money was a retaliation for one of these incidents. However, they have not yet been able to identify the gunman or make any arrests.
The Aftermath
The death of Gee Money was a major loss to the Baton Rouge rap scene. He was a talented rapper with a bright future ahead of him. His murder sent shockwaves through the community and sparked renewed calls for peace in Baton Rouge.
Gee Money’s legacy lives on through his music. His songs continue to be popular, and he is still considered to be one of the most talented rappers to come out of Baton Rouge.
