A Rising Star Silenced in His Prime
The Georgia rap community is mourning the loss of 33-year-old Tevin Hood, better known as T-Hood, after a deadly shooting in unincorporated Snellville/Lilburn on the evening of August 8. Gwinnett County Police say officers were dispatched to Lee Road around 7 p.m. following reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found the rapper suffering from gunshot wounds. Paramedics worked urgently to save him before rushing him to the hospital, but their efforts could not prevent the tragedy.
His mother, Yulanda, confirmed the devastating news, saying her son lived at the home where the incident occurred. She denied speculation that a party had been underway at the time, emphasizing that the situation was far from a social gathering gone wrong.
Family Points Fingers, Girlfriend Denies Involvement
In the hours after the shooting, tensions erupted online. T-Hood’s sisters, child’s mother, and close friends took to social media, directly accusing his girlfriend, Kelsie Frost — daughter of music executive and Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta star Kirk Frost — of playing a role in the events that led to his death.
The family claims an argument between T-Hood and Kelsie escalated, leading her to allegedly call her brothers, Ky Frost and Kirk Frost Jr., to confront him. They allege that during this confrontation, one of the brothers shot T-Hood as he was walking away. In a passionate Instagram post, his sister Maysia wrote, “It wasn’t an accident! Simple,” adding hashtags like #FindKyFrost and #JusticeForTHood, igniting waves of grief and outrage from fans.
Kelsie has firmly denied any involvement, releasing a public statement declaring she had nothing to do with her boyfriend’s death.
Grief, Rumors, and a Search for Justice
Police confirmed that one person was detained for questioning but stressed that no arrests have been made and that the claims circulating online remain unverified. The investigation is ongoing, with detectives urging anyone who may have information to come forward.
For those who loved T-Hood, the wait for answers is agonizing. His music, known for its raw emotion and relentless energy, had made him a hometown favorite and a voice for many in Atlanta’s rap scene. Now, fans are sharing his tracks in tribute, while family members call for truth and accountability.
In Snellville, the home where he once made beats and wrote verses now stands as a place marked by loss. Whether justice comes through the courts or public pressure, one thing is certain — the void left by T-Hood’s death will be felt in his community and the music world for years to come.
