Big U’s son, Jabari “Baby Uiie” Henley, was reportedly killed in Los Angeles simply as the previous gang chief faces federal homicide allegations in Nevada.

Jabari Henley, the son of Eugene “Big U” Henley Jr., was fatally shot late Friday night time (October 31) close to a South Los Angeles smoke store, in keeping with KTLA. The tragedy unfolds as Big U himself faces critical federal and RICO accusations linking him to a homicide and alleged felony enterprise.

Jabari, identified in his group as “Baby Uiie,” was gunned down round 11 p.m. native time close to the 69th block of Figueroa Street. Police haven’t publicly confirmed his id, however audio believed to be from police scanners apparently recognized him.

Witnesses reported Baby Uiie had simply exited the shop when photographs rang out. Graphic footage of the scene rapidly unfold in a single day.

An unverified publish claimed that a number of males carrying “Texas Ranger–style hats” had been stopped by police as potential suspects. The LAPD has but to subject an official assertion concerning the incident.

Big U, as soon as a Rollin 60s chief and later a mentor to artists like Nipsey Hussle and Kurupt, has lengthy been seen as each a reformed group advocate and controversial determine. Through his nonprofit, Developing Options, he labored with at-risk youth and ex-offenders, incomes reward for steering many towards training and employment.

However, federal filings paint a starkly totally different image. Prosecutors allege Henley used his charity as a entrance for a felony operation in South L.A. and could also be related to the killing of a person named Rayshawn Williams in Las Vegas.

Court paperwork declare there’s possible trigger to imagine Henley murdered Williams, identified additionally as a rapper signed to his label, Uneek music. Williams, initially recognized as R.W. in authorized paperwork, launched a diss observe focusing on him. Authorities say Henley kidnapped Williams, killed him and dragged his physique into the desert.

Williams, as soon as a large receiver for Crenshaw High School’s soccer crew, was teammates with Big U’s youthful son, Daiyan Henley. He’s now a linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers.

Eugene “Big U” Henley Jr. is presently being held in federal custody pending a detention listening to later this month. If convicted, he faces a possible life sentence.

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