In a surprising development, police have arrested a suspect in a recent shooting incident that affected the Raleigh nightlife scene in April involving rapper OMB Peezy. What began as a night of excitement outside StarBar suddenly turned dangerous, and the arrest brought a sense of relief to both fans and the local community. On that unsettling early morning, shortly after OMB Peezy performed, chaos erupted outside the nightclub.
Around 4 a.m., people reported hearing around 20 gunshots aimed at the rapper’s Mercedes-Benz van parked nearby. The gunfire also hit several other cars in the area, causing confusion and panic among those present. “It was hard to tell where the shots were coming from,” shared one party-goer, reflecting the fear of the moment. Thanks to the quick actions of OMB Peezy’s driver, things didn’t end tragically. Although the driver managed to escape but hit a few cars and ended up in a ditch, everyone involved fortunately came away without injuries.
However, the loud gunshots left a lingering fear in the community and raised serious concerns about safety at local events. Now, several months later, police have taken a major step by arresting Ja’Quan Jahmer Whitehurst. He is facing serious charges, including multiple counts of using a weapon to harm others and shooting at buildings where people were present. Authorities believe that OMB Peezy was the intended target of this dangerous act, underscoring the seriousness of the situation…