Jayson Scott, 23, has been arraigned on multiple charges including murder after he was taken into police custody in relation to the fatal shooting in Queens, New York.
- Jun 27, 2024
AceShowbiz - In a shocking turn of events, Jayson Scott, the 23-year-old son of renowned rapper Remy Ma, appeared in court after being charged with the murder of Darius Guillebeaux in 2021. The 47-year-old victim was fatally shot in Queens, New York, suffering multiple gunshot wounds to the head and chest.
According to a seven-count indictment, Scott is facing charges of first and second-degree murder, four counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, and reckless endangerment in the first degree. Alongside Scott, 22-year-old Richard Swygert has also been charged, already in police custody for a separate 2021 murder case.
The incident took place on June 7, 2021, at the intersection of 148 Street and Rockaway Boulevard. Law enforcement reported that officers responded to a distress call to find Guillebeaux unconscious and unresponsive at the scene. Despite swift medical intervention, he was pronounced dead at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.
Following their arrest on June 18, the New York Police Department confirmed the charges against Scott and Swygert. Swygert faces similar charges, including first-degree murder and multiple counts of weapon possession.
Remy Ma, who rose to fame in the late '90s with the Terror Squad collective, is no stranger to legal issues herself. A seasoned artist with Grammy nominations, she served six years of an eight-year sentence for a 2007 shooting incident. Her experience in navigating the judicial system may provide help during this turbulent period for her family.
In light of Scott's charges, a statement from a representative of Remy Ma expressed the family's unwavering belief in his innocence. "Remy Ma wished to address this situation personally, but has been strongly advised by our office not to say anything publicly - as most people in this situation are, as the case is still active. To be clear, Jayson Scott is innocent and Remy Ma is committed to proving his innocence and fully supporting her child during this time," the statement read.
The family is urging a comprehensive investigation from the NYPD to uncover the truth behind the allegations. The emotional strain of this ordeal has undoubtedly been challenging for Remy Ma and her household. They have appealed for privacy as they work through the legal process to defend Scott.
As the story continues to develop, the public remains transfixed by the legal drama surrounding Scott and the impact of these serious charges on his future and his family's well-being.
