Atlanta Rapper Jayy Wick Arrested for Attempted Murder

Emerging Atlanta rapper Jayy Wick, whose real name is Donald Anderson, was arrested in the Atlanta area on May 5 and charged with first-degree attempted murder in connection with a shooting that critically injured an 18-year-old man at a crowded Panama City Beach, Florida, location the previous month.

Authorities with the Bay County Sheriff's Office say the incident occurred around 11 p.m. on April 25 near Beach Access 83, a busy waterfront spot during spring break season. Deputies responded to reports of gunfire and found the teenager suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Witnesses identified Anderson, 26, as the shooter, according to investigators. A security guard affiliated with Anderson's group located the victim on the sand, moved him to a safer area near the pavement and stayed until emergency crews arrived.

Investigators allege Anderson fled the scene after the shooting but proceeded hours later to perform at Vibez Night Club in Panama City as part of the 229 Takeover Weekend events. Anderson had been scheduled for the appearance, and event listings confirmed his billing that night.

Bay County detectives obtained an arrest warrant following witness interviews and...