Remy Ma Son Arrested: What Happened to Jayson Scott? Arrest Explained
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Remy Ma Son Arrested: What Happened to Jayson Scott? Arrest Explained

The recent arrest of Jayson Scott, the son of renowned rapper Remy Ma, has captured widespread attention. While he has largely remained out of the spotlight, his arrest has thrust him into public attention. Fans are eager to understand the events that led to this development and the circumstances surrounding his arrest.

In this article, we will explore the reason why Remy Ma’s son Jayson Scott was arrested.

Why was Remy Ma’s son Jayson Scott arrested?

Jayson Scott, the 23-year-old son of rapper Remy Ma, faces charges in connection with a fatal shooting incident that occurred in Queens in 2021.

Scott and Richard Swygert, aged 22, were arrested on June 18, 2024, on charges of first-degree murder, the New York Post reported. This arrest comes three years after the fatal shooting of Darius Guillebeaux, 43, in broad daylight in Springfield Gardens on June 7, 2021. Guillebeaux suffered gunshot wounds to the head and chest during the incident. In addition to the murder charges, both men are facing charges of criminal possession of a weapon and reckless endangerment.  

The motive behind the shooting is reportedly still being investigated by police authorities. It remains unclear if Scott or Swygert had any previous connection to Guillebeaux before the shooting.

On June 19, 2024, a spokesperson for Remy Ma provided a statement to PEOPLE magazine following the arrest of her son. The statement firmly maintains Jayson Scott’s innocence, dismissing the allegations as baseless. Remy Ma remains dedicated to proving her son’s innocence and pledges her full support to him during this difficult time.

The statement elaborated, “We stand by Jayson’s innocence and hope the NYPD will conduct a complete and thorough investigation to reveal the truth. This has undoubtedly been a trying time for Remy Ma and her family.” The spokesperson also requests that the public respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.

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