Rap legend Buckshot Shorty is speaking out after he was brutally beaten in a video that went viral over the weekend.
Buckshot, a prominent member of Black Moon and the Boot Camp Clik, was reportedly pistol-whipped on his block in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn on Halloween (Oct. 31).
A man named Danny Shaw wrote on Facebook: “This vicious attack stemmed from a property he bought in which he is the rightful owner & the unauthorized occupants refused to vacate. Buckshot said the attackers used there weapons/pistols to beat him.”
Buckshot was transported to the hospital, where he was treated and released.
In a statement to AllHipHop on Tuesday (Nov. 5), Buckshot thanked everyone for their support and explained what led up to the vicious attack.
“To all my friends, fans, and supporters — thank you for reaching out during this difficult time,” he said.
“Recently, I was the victim of a violent assault involving multiple individuals armed with weapons, including handguns,” he continued. “This attack stems from ongoing disputes over my property, where I am the rightful owner but have faced issues with unauthorized occupants who escalated the situation to violence.”
“As someone who’s been an entertainer and part of this community for over 30 years, I am deeply disturbed that such an incident could happen in New York — a city I love and call home,” he added. “Violence like this has no place here, and I’m calling on everyone to come together to make New York safer and better for all of us.”
“I am currently recovering from my injuries and am working closely with my legal team and law enforcement to ensure this matter is handled properly,” Buckshot said. “We are committed to seeing justice served, and I ask for your patience and support as the legal process unfolds. Again, thank you for all the well wishes. Let’s put an end to violence and help rebuild a stronger, safer New York.”
Buckshots fans are threatening to ride to the neighborhood to seek justice.
A man I’m from Detroit. I’ll send a whole squad down there to get at them. HMU
— EalyDetroit (@DetroitEal521) November 5, 2024
Ill send you some money for the gas (im serious)
— Anonymous Black Male (@f349870) November 5, 2024
Bruhh, buckshot is a LEGEND, i hooe they know who did it and get revenge
— BUBZ aka BPONDABEAT (@bpondabeat) November 5, 2024
CAUTION: This video contains scenes that may be disturbing to most viewers.
Rapper Buckshot Shorty of Black Moon Beaten Severely in Brooklyn, NY.
— Sandra Rose (@SandraRose) November 4, 2024
