Benzino was allegedly shot this afternoon en route to his mother’s funeral. It’s reported his own nephew shot him. Find out the deets inside…
"Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta" star Benzino (real name Raymond Scott) was reportedly shot as he was traveling to his mother’s funeral today. His nephew, 36-year-old Gai Scott, was reportedly arrested by police and charged with assault with intent to murder.
According to local news station WCVB, Benzino was driving a red Dodge SUV to his mother’s funeral procession at St. Peter's Church in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. His nephew allegedly pulled up in a car beside him and started shooting, hitting his uncle.
Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz released a statement:
"There has been growing family tension between Raymond Scott and Gai Scott. At some point when the cars were side by side, Gai Scott fired several shots into the red Dodge SUV being driven by Raymond Scott."
Benzino was taken to a local hospital with non-fatal injuries. His mother’s funeral was delayed, but was held shortly after. His "LAHH" co-star, Stevie J posted pics (above) of Benzino in the hospital after the shooting and from the looks of it, he will be ok.
Crazy! Can’t imagine heading to a family members' funeral only to get shot by another family member.
Get well soon...
Photos: Stevie J’s IG