History of King Von in Timeline

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.

December 2017: Found Not Guilty

In December 2017, King Von was found not guilty regarding the charges from the May 2014 shooting.

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.

November 14, 2020: Burial at Burr Oak Cemetery

On November 14, 2020, King Von was buried at Burr Oak Cemetery in Alsip, Cook County, Illinois.

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.

2020: Shooting of "Don't Miss" Music Video

In late 2020, the music video for the song "Don't Miss" was filmed, and it was released on July 14, 2023 alongside King Von's album release.

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.

October 2022: Charges Against Lil Durk Dropped

In October 2022, the charges against Lil Durk related to the Atlanta shooting incident were dropped.

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.

June 23, 2023: Release of "Robberies" Single and Official Video

On June 23, 2023, the single "Robberies" was released, accompanied by its official music video. This was the first single released in anticipation of King Von's album.

July 7, 2023: Release of "Heartless" Featuring Tee Grizzley

On July 7, 2023, "Heartless" featuring Tee Grizzley was released, along with an official visualizer. This was the second single from King Von's album.

July 14, 2023: Release of King Von's Album

On July 14, 2023, King Von's third studio album and second posthumous work was released alongside a music video for "Don't Miss", which was filmed in 2020. An official visualizer was released for each track on the album.

August 2023: Charges Dropped Against Timothy "Lul Timm" Leeks

In August 2023, charges were dropped against Timothy "Lul Timm" Leeks, who was initially in police custody for King Von's murder, under Georgia's "stand-your-ground" law.

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.