Major Controversies Surrounding King Von: A Detailed Timeline

Public opinion and media debates around King Von—discover key moments of controversy.

King Von, born Dayvon Daquan Bennett, was a prominent American rapper from Chicago associated with the Black Disciples gang. Rising to fame within the drill music scene, he gained recognition for his storytelling and vivid depictions of street life in his lyrics. His notable tracks and albums earned him a significant following before his untimely death in 2020 at the age of 26 in Atlanta. He remains a notable figure in contemporary hip-hop.

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April 2014: Questioned in Gakirah Barnes Shooting

In April 2014, King Von was questioned as a person of interest regarding the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Gakirah "K.I." Barnes. Due to inconsistencies in witness statements, police could not charge him.

May 2014: Shooting Incident in Englewood, Chicago

In May 2014, a shooting occurred in Englewood, Chicago, resulting in the death of Malcolm Stuckey and injuries to two others. King Von was later arrested in connection to this incident.

July 24, 2014: Arrested in Connection with May Shooting

On July 24, 2014, King Von was arrested regarding a May 2014 shooting that led to Malcolm Stuckey's death and injuries to two others. He faced charges including first-degree murder and attempted murder.

February 5, 2019: Alleged Robbery and Shooting of Alexander Witherspoon

On February 5, 2019, King Von and Lil Durk allegedly robbed and shot Alexander Witherspoon outside a drive-in, according to prosecutors. This incident led to their arrest in May 2019.

May 2019: Arrested in Connection with Atlanta Shooting

In May 2019, King Von and Lil Durk were arrested in connection with a shooting in Atlanta. They appeared in court, where prosecutors alleged they robbed and shot Alexander Witherspoon on February 5, 2019.

August 2020: Murder of Carlton "FBG Duck" Weekly

In August 2020, Carlton "FBG Duck" Weekly was murdered in Chicago's Gold Coast area. Five O Block members were later arrested and found guilty of this murder.

2020: King Von's Death Spurs Retaliation Plot

Following King Von's death in 2020, a plot allegedly orchestrated by Lil Durk targeted rapper Quando Rondo, purportedly in retaliation, resulting in the death of Quando Rondo's cousin Saviay'a "Lul Pab" Robinson.

August 2021: Mural of King Von Painted

In August 2021, artist Chris Devins painted a mural of King Von on Martin Luther King Drive in Parkway Gardens, commissioned by Delilah Martinez. It depicted Von with an "O'Block" chain, sparking controversy.

2021: Unsealed Documents Name Bennett as Barnes' killer

In 2021, unsealed documents released by the Chicago Police Department named King Von as the killer of Gakirah Barnes.

January 2023: FBI Documents on FBG Duck Hit Released

In January 2023, after King Von's death, the FBI declassified documents indicating that a confidential informant claimed King Von initially offered $50,000, later raising it to $100,000, for a hit on Carlton "FBG Duck" Weekly.

October 9, 2024: Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed

On October 9, 2024, King Von's estate, Lil Durk, and OTF Records were named in a wrongful death lawsuit by the estate and family of Carlton "FBG Duck" Weekly, alleging they profited from his death through negligence and misconduct.

October 2024: Lil Durk Arrested on Federal Charges

In October 2024, Lil Durk was arrested near Miami International Airport on federal charges, including conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, related to a plot targeting rapper Quando Rondo in retaliation for King Von's 2020 death.

November 29, 2024: Removal of King Von Mural

On November 29, 2024, the mural of King Von, which had been in place for three years, was removed from Parkway Gardens due to the controversy it generated.