Melvin Vernell

Death by Force

Melvin Vernell III, known by his stage name Lil Phat, was a 19-year-old African American male who was tragically murdered on June 7, 2012, in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Lil Phat was shot multiple times while sitting in his car in the parking lot of Northside Hospital, where he was awaiting the birth of his child. The young rapper was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to the emergency room. The murder weapon was identified as a Glock 357 SIG, and shell casings were found near the crime ...Read More

3 men convicted in connection with 2012 death of rapper 'Lil Phat'

Police look for suspect in Northside Hospital shooting - WSB-TV

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