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Ludacris’ Manager Chaka Zulu Charged in June Murder Outside Atlanta Restaurant
Ludacris’ longtime supervisor Chaka Zulu (actual identify: Ahmed Obafemi) was arrested on a litany of costs, together with homicide, on Sept. 13. In response to Fulton County, Georgia jail inmate information, Obafemi — who voluntarily turned himself in — faces extra costs of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm throughout the fee of a criminal offense and easy battery for a June capturing exterior of Atlanta restaurant APT 4B that left 23-year-old Artez Benton lifeless. Data present Obafemi bonded out the identical day.
Late Saturday evening (Sept. 17), Obafemi’s legal professional Gabe Banks launched a press release by way of Instagram concerning the arrest and insisted his consumer acted in self-defense.
“Mr. Chaka Zulu, the beloved son of the Metropolis of Atlanta is dissatisfied within the Atlanta Police Division’s resolution to convey costs in opposition to him surrounding the capturing that occurred in June 2022,” he stated. “An in depth overview of the the entire proof, together with surveillance footage and eyewitness interviews, reveal that Mr. Zulu was attacked and jumped from behind by a gang of a minimum of 4 (4) people (sadly together with the decedent) and was pressured to defend himself after this gang repeatedly stomped, punched, and kicked him whereas he was on the bottom in a defenseless posture.”
Banks additionally identified not solely did the incident happen at Obafemi’s workplace, but in addition that he was shot within the again throughout the melee and almost misplaced his life.
“In an try to save lots of his life, Mr. Zulu lawfully discharged his weapon in self-defense, a weapon that he was licensed to hold. Mr. Zulu absolutely cooperated with legislation enforcement officers and their investigation, and voluntarily turned himself in as soon as he realized of the arrest warrants.”
Each Obafemi and Banks are assured the veteran music govt’s identify shall be cleared throughout the upcoming prison proceedings. Banks added: “It’s not misplaced on Mr. Zulu that somebody misplaced his life, however had Mr. Zulu not lawfully defended himself, Mr. Zulu would have been killed that evening.”
Obafemi, Ludacris and Obafemi’s brother, Jeff Dixon, based Disturbing Tha Peace Data in 1998, house to artists corresponding to Chingy, Bobby V and Lil Scrappy. He additionally performed a key position in inking Ludacris’ cope with Def Jam in 2008 and served because the rapper-actor’s longtime supervisor.
In 2019, Obafemi, as Chaka Zulu, joined Spotify as head of artist and expertise relations.
Atlanta, GA
How to watch today's New York Red Bulls vs Atlanta United MLS game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time | Goal.com US
How to watch the Major League Soccer match between New York Red Bulls and Atlanta United, as well as kick-off time and team news.
New York Red Bulls host Atlanta United at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday. The MLS match sees the Red Bulls, currently seventh in the Eastern Conference with 24 points from 16 matches, aiming to build on a recent 4-2 win over Charlotte and maintain their strong home form.
New York have earned 19 points at home this season—the second-best home record in MLS—and have scored 11 goals in their last two home matches, including four from forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who has nine league goals this season and ranks among the league’s top scorers.
Atlanta United, sitting 12th in the East with 17 points, are unbeaten in their last two fixtures and will be motivated to close the seven-point gap between them and their hosts. Despite their lower position, Atlanta have shown signs of improvement and could climb to 10th with a win.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
How to watch New York Red Bulls vs Atlanta United online – TV channels & live streams
The match will be shown live on Apple TV in the US. Live updates can be found here on GOAL.
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New York Red Bulls vs Atlanta United kick-off time
The match will be played at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday, with kick-off at 7.30 pm ET for fans in the US.
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New York Red Bulls are expected to be near full strength, with no major new injury or suspension concerns reported. New York’s tactical flexibility and attacking firepower, especially at home, make them favorites.
Atlanta United team news
Atlanta, while improving, have found it difficult to break down the Red Bulls’ defense and have historically struggled at this venue.
The game is set to be a tight but lively contest, with the Red Bulls likely to dominate possession and chances. Atlanta will look to stay compact and hit on the counter, with a fit squad available for selection.
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ATLANTA – A 40-year-old man was arrested on Friday for a deadly shooting in April.
What we know:
Robert Carter, 40, was charged with felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, and two counts of criminal attempt to commit armed robbery. He was arrested in the Oakland City neighborhood by the Atlanta Police Department’s Fugitive Unit.
He was booked into the Fulton County Jail.
According to the Atlanta Police Department Homicide Unit, the deadly shooting is being classified as a “felon killed by a private citizen.”
However, it was also determined that the victim died during the commission of a forcible felony.
SEE ALSO: Atlanta police looking for 2 individuals who may have info about shooting
The backstory:
The shooting happened a little after 9 p.m. on April 16 along Lee Street SW at Avon Avenue. Officers found a man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead by medics at the scene.
Investigators released an image days after the deadly shooting asking for help to identify the men in the photo.
SEE ALSO: Deadly shooting along Lee Street in Atlanta under investigation
What we don’t know:
It was not clear if one of the people seen in the photo was Carter.
The name of the victim has not been released.
A motive behind the deadly shooting remains under investigation.
The Source: The Atlanta Police Department provided the details for this article. Previous FOX 5 Atlanta reporting was also used.
Atlanta police said they’ve arrested a man in connection with a 2023 fatal shooting, but they are still looking for a second suspect.
Blain Stafford was charged Tuesday with murder, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, Atlanta PD reported.
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Stafford was already in custody at Fulton County Jail on an unrelated charge.
The arrest is in connection with the fatal shooting of Julian Kolb, 20, at 1376 Allegheny St. SW on Feb. 17, 2023, police said.
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Police found Kolb with apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police say they are also seeking a second man, Jyquez Harvey, in connection with Kolb’s slaying.
Jyquez Harvey has been sought on felony warrants since March 2023.
Warrants for Harvey, 20, were issued in March 2023 for felony murder, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, the Atlanta PD says.
Harvey is listed on the Atlanta PD’s most wanted, and authorities are offering a reward of up to $2,000 for his arrest.
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If you locate Harvey or any person found on the list, call local police, Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or Atlanta Police Department Fugitive Unit at 404-546-4220.
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