Lil Tjay, the 21-year-old rapper who rose to fame with his hit song “Leaked” in 2018, was shot multiple times outside a shopping complex in Edgewater, New Jersey on June 22, 2022. The shooting sparked rumors and false reports about his death, paralysis, and brain damage. However, the truth is that Lil Tjay is alive and recovering from his injuries. Here is what we know about the rapper’s shooting and condition.

The Shooting Incident

According to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, Lil Tjay, whose real name is Tione Jayden Merritt, was shot just after midnight on June 22, 2022, along with another man, whose identity has not been disclosed. Police responded to the scene after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting shots fired and found the rapper with multiple gunshot wounds.

The Rumors and False Reports

Following the shooting, many rumors and false reports circulated online about Lil Tjay’s condition and death. Some claimed that he was paralyzed, brain dead, or in a coma, citing fake sources and tweets. For example, one tweet said that the rapper’s doctor had confirmed that he would be paralyzed for the rest of his life and had only a 15% chance of survival. Another headline said that he was brain dead after being shot seven times during an armed robbery attempt.

The Current Status and Outlook

As of now, there has been no official update on Lil Tjay’s condition since June 23, 2022, but it is presumed that he is still recovering in the hospital. His management has not revealed the extent of his injuries or the prognosis for his recovery. However, they have assured the fans that they will provide more information as soon as possible

Lil Tjay’s shooting has shocked and saddened the hip-hop community and his fans, who have expressed their love and support for him on social media. Many celebrities, such as Lil Nas X, Polo G, and Lil Durk, have also sent their prayers and well wishes to the rapper. Lil Tjay, who has released two studio albums and several mixtapes, is considered one of the rising stars of the rap scene, with over 10 million followers on Instagram and over 5 million subscribers on YouTube. He is known for his melodic and emotional style of rap, influenced by artists such as Drake, Meek Mill, and Speaker Knockerz.

Lil Tjay is not dead, but alive and recovering from his shooting. We hope that he will make a full and speedy recovery, and that justice will be served for his attackers. We also hope that he will continue to make music and inspire his fans with his talent and charisma. He is a true survivor and a fighter, and we wish him all the best.

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