By: Eddy “Precise” Lamarre

The Hip-Hop community is reeling after the brutal beating of legendary rapper Buckshot in his hometown of New York.

In an exclusive statement obtained by AllHipHop, Buckshot addressed his supporters and explained what led to the incident.

“To all my friends, fans, and supporters—thank you for reaching out during this difficult time,” he said. “Recently, I was the victim of a violent assault involving multiple individuals armed with weapons, including handguns. This attack stems from ongoing disputes over my property, where I am the rightful owner but have faced issues with unauthorized occupants who escalated the situation to violence.”

Buckshot also expressed his desire to see New York become a safer place. “As someone who’s been an entertainer and part of this community for over 30 years, I am deeply disturbed that such an incident could happen in New York—a city I love and call home. Violence like this has no place here, and I’m calling on everyone to come together to make New York safer and better for all of us.”

“I am currently recovering from my injuries and am working closely with my legal team and law enforcement to ensure this matter is handled properly,” he said. “We are committed to seeing justice served, and I ask for your patience and support as the legal process unfolds. Again, thank you for all the well wishes. Let’s put an end to violence and help rebuild a stronger, safer New York.”

The 49-year-old rapper has been a staple in hip-hop culture for decades, and his call for a safer city echoes the sentiments of many in his community.