Rapper Lil Jon confirms son is dead after police find body in pond near Atlanta

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Guardian staff and agenciesFebruary 7, 2026 at 12:53 AM
Rapper Lil Jon confirms son is dead after police find body in pond near Atlanta

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Rapper Lil Jon confirmed the death of his son, Nathan Smith, after a body believed to be his was found in a pond near his home in Milton, Georgia. Smith, 27, known as DJ Young Slade, had left his home early Tuesday morning under unusual circumstances, prompting a search by the Milton police department. The search expanded to a pond near Smith's residence, where divers discovered a body on Friday. While the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office is working to officially confirm the identity and cause of death, police stated there is no initial indication of foul play, but the investigation remains active. Lil Jon and Smith's mother released a joint statement expressing their heartbreak and appreciation for the support received during the search.

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