Rapper Rasheem Lee, known professionally as Sheemy, has found himself in serious legal trouble as he has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a March 2023 shooting in Astoria, Queens. The incident resulted in the deaths of two young men, Xavier Roberts, 22, and Jaheim Hamilton, 21, who were shot while walking outside a building on Steinway Street and Astoria Boulevard.
The Incident and Arrest
Surveillance footage released shortly after the shooting showed three suspects with their faces covered in hoodies. However, it wasn’t until this year that arrests were made in the case. Rasheem Lee, a drill artist from the Bronx and a member of the Yonkers gang “300” with the title Bloodhound Brim, was among those arrested. Lee, who released his first album “Hidden Scars” in March, just months before his arrest, has been charged with first-degree murder.
Rasheem Lee’s Background
Sheemy started his music career at a young age, drawing influence from artists like Chief Keef, Speaker Knockerz, and Boogie. He frequently collaborated with DOA rapper Mhady2hottie, producing several drill tracks together. Despite his affiliation with the 300 gang, Sheemy also worked with OGz’ Choppa EBK, releasing the song “Balling4Diddy” in honor of their mutual friend, Brandon ‘B-Diddy’ Hendricks, an aspiring basketball star who was killed at 17.
The Aftermath
On the night of March 31, 2023, Xavier Roberts and Jaheim Hamilton were gunned down outside a building on Steinway Street and Astoria Boulevard. The suspects fled the scene in a red Jeep Grand Cherokee. The police, after releasing surveillance images of the suspects, conducted a year-long investigation that led to the arrest of Rasheem Lee. He has been booked on multiple charges, including first-degree murder.
Reactions to Lee’s arrest have been mixed, with some expressing little surprise given his background. The cycle of violence that often engulfs young men in the rap and gang communities has claimed another promising career. The tragic end of Sheemy’s rising career serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of such violence.
Conclusion
The arrest and charges against Rasheem Lee have sent shockwaves through the community, leaving many grappling with the loss of a promising talent to the pervasive cycle of violence. As the legal proceedings unfold, the focus remains on addressing the root causes of such senseless acts and finding ways to break the cycle that continues to destroy young lives. The story of Sheemy is a sobering reminder of the urgent need for change to prevent more futures from being cut short.
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