A permit for Lil Keed’s scheduled memorial vigil in Georgia was reportedly denied in his hometown after city officials claim they needed to prepare for primary elections.
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City officials cite safety reasons for denying the memorial vigil’s permit
Forest Park officials said in the following statement Monday that the permit for Tuesday’s event was denied in the Starr Park area due to primary elections approaching in the following week. “Like so many others throughout metro Atlanta and communities across the nation, the City of Forest Park was saddened to hear about the recent passing of local hometown entertainer Raqhid Jevon Render, also known as Lil Keed. Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to his family, friends, and all those who have been impacted by this unfortunate loss,” their statement reads.
As reported by REVOLT, the statement also said the Forest Park Police Department is taking precautions to block streets next week in order to ensure public safety within the area.
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“Despite recent reports in the media and in light of several upcoming events — including next week’s very important general primary election — the city has decided not to issue a special permit for a vigil to be held at Starr Park on Tuesday, May 24. Officers from the Forest Park Police Department will be taking extra precautions next week to block streets and parking to Starr Park in an effort to help ensure public safety in our community. Extra patrols at all city parks and public recreation areas will also be taking place, as well, to address elevated security measures.”
“Although this may be a difficult time for a great number [of] individuals, the city is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and businesses. It is our sincere hope that the life of Mr. Render will be celebrated peacefully by all those who wish to remember him and his legacy.”
The planned event was set to be hosted by Lil Keed’s label Young Stoner Life were fans and loved ones planned to pay their respects to the deceased rapper. He passed away on May 13 due to multiple organ failure but an official autopsy report was not released to the public.