WARNING: This story contains discussions of gun violence. 

Memphis police have identified 23-year-old Justin Johnson in the deadly shooting of rapper Young Dolph, per CNN. 

In addition to the first-degree murder warrant, Johnson is also wanted for violating federal supervised release on a charge of weapon offense. 

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“Johnson has ties to organized criminal gangs and should be considered armed and dangerous,” the US Marshals Service said. 

Johnson has the name “Jaiya” tattooed on his right arm and is described as a Black male who is around 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs about 190 pounds. 

Adolph Thornton, Jr., a.k.a. Young Dolph, was shot and killed outside of Makeda’s Butter Cookies on November 17, 2021. The rapper was a huge fan of the establishment and came in “every time he comes home,” according to the owner. 

Memphis police previously released pictures of the two people suspected of shooting the rapper multiple times. Video surveillance showed the suspects exit a white two-door Mercedes-Benz armed with handguns and approach the rapper as he was inside a bakery. 

“This shooting is another example of the senseless gun violence we are experiencing locally and nationwide,” Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis said at the time. “Our hearts go out to the Thornton family and all who are affected by this horrific act of violence.” 

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A combined reward of up to $15,000 is being offered by the US Marshals Service, Memphis Police Department, Crime Stoppers, and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation for any information leading to Justin Johnson’s arrest. 

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