Grammy-winning rapper Nelly’s cousin, Michael Johnson, was murdered this week in Missouri after being fatally shot.
Based on reports, the murder took place on Wednesday (April 28).
A murder investigation is hitting close to home for St. Louis rap star, Nelly. Multiple sources close to Nelly tell News 11 the victim was one of Nelly’s bodyguards. The victim is 36 year old Michale Johnson sources describe him as Nelly’s left hand man, or someone who was by the rapper’s side providing security. Further details suggest Johnson’s death occurred at his home. Nelly said it was his cousin that was killed and not his bodyguard.
A man who St. Louis hip-hop star Nelly referred to as his cousin was killed Wednesday . Police have no suspects or motives for the crime. (River Front Times
