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Rising Baton Rouge rapper BBE AJ faces serious felony charges after Baton Rouge police arrested the 28-year-old rapper for allegedly opening fire on a vehicle on Plank Road.
According to WBRZ, the incident happened on March 22 when BBE AJ allegedly discharged a firearm at people inside a car as it was leaving the 4000 block of Plank Road.
No one was injured in the shooting, but investigators recovered 15 shell casings at the scene, indicating the intensity of the gunfire.
BBE AJ was booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on two serious charges: aggravated assault with a firearm and illegal use of a weapon.
These felony charges carry significant prison time if he’s convicted. The arrest marks a dramatic turn for the artist who’s been building momentum in the local rap scene with collaborations and independent releases.
BBE AJ has been making noise in Louisiana hip-hop circles, particularly through his work with established artists.
He collaborated with Boosie Badazz on tracks like “Baton Rouge Bounce” from Boosie’s 2021 album Goat Talk 3 and the remix version of “Doing My Dance,” which helped introduce him to a wider audience.
His music has been featured across major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, with tracks like “Leave With Ha,” “Party All Night,” and his Out of Nowhere Part 2 EP gaining traction among listeners.
According to local crime reports, firearm-related charges in Louisiana carry mandatory minimum sentences that could result in years of incarceration.
The East Baton Rouge Parish Prison booking confirms BBE AJ remains in custody pending his initial court appearance and bail hearing.
