Soon after his death, disturbing and offensive photos of him lying on an autopsy table surfaced online and were seen as deeply upsetting by many.
What Happened to King Von?
Chicago rapper King Von’s unexpected death has sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community. On November 6, in Atlanta, his entourage and another group clashed and began shooting each other; two off-duty police officers working security at Monaco Hookah Lounge responded and one responded by shooting King Von, but did not succeed in stopping further bloodshed.
Lil Durk had provided the young artist with invaluable mentorship as they honed their sound and style to find fame and success. Their collaboration resulted in songs like “Crazy Story” and “Took Her to the O Block,” where his storytelling ability shone bright.
A fatal shooting took place after an altercation between King Von’s entourage and Quando Rondo’s group escalated violently, leading to arrest of lesser-known rapper Lul Tim the day after. According to reports by TMZ, two individuals including King Von were shot.
King Von’s Music
King Von’s tragic demise in November 2020 left hip-hop bereft of an exceptionally talented artist.
Dayvon Daquan Bennett was known by his stage name King Von and was known for his unmatched lyrical prowess in his short career. Just weeks prior to his tragic demise he released his debut full-length album Welcome to O’Block.
This project demonstrated his skill at painting pictures using sinister drill production as the canvas. Complex praised it, calling it an “empathetic yet menacing depiction of his reality,” while Revolt hailed it as an ode to an area which produced Chief Keef and Lil Bibby.
Additionally, Levon James had several mixtapes under his belt such as Levon James (2020) and Grandson Vol. 1 (2019). Alongside his music career, he also spearheaded numerous efforts aimed at informing youth of the dangers associated with drug abuse; an interview with Million Dollar Worth of Game highlighted his stellar contributions in this industry.
King Von’s Death
The King Von autopsy results were heartbreaking for his loved ones, yet they also served as a timely reminder of the need for gun reform. This young rapper’s tragic death should serve as a wake-up call to all Americans; we must do everything within our power to prevent such senseless killings from ever happening again.
Dayvon Daquan Bennett, better known by his stage name King Von, became famous after signing to Lil Durk’s record label in 2020. He released singles like Crazy Story and Took Her to the O as well as mixtapes Levon James and Grandson Vol. 1.
King Von was found dead from gunshot wounds, according to autopsy results released today by pathologist Edmund Donoghue of Harvard Medical School. Donoghue noted that these fatal gunshots likely came from someone familiar with him; there were no indications of struggle between his death and their cause and clean wounds with no sign of struggle or violence visible around the site of impact.
King Von’s Legacy
King Von was an iconic figure in hip hop. His music was powerful and his dedication to family was undeniable. His murder left many shocked. Recently, autopsy photos surfaced of King Von and caused much division within fans.
Edmund Donoghue conducted an autopsy of King Von, and confirmed his death due to gunshot wounds; specifically an execution-style bullet which hit his head.
Grandson will release his posthumous album next month and the debut single from it, “Heartless”, featuring Detroit-based Tee Grizzley will showcase an exquisite balance between Von’s aggressive yet mournful styles and harsh yet emotive production – perfect for exploring street life! Check it out below. His death has left an irreplaceable hole in rap industry; all his fans will miss him dearly including us here at Rock the Hip Hop!
