Travon DaShawn Frank Smart, better known by his stage name Jimmy Wopo, was a 21-year-old African American rapper from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting on June 18, 2018, in the Hill District of Pittsburgh. The incident occurred while he was in a White Mazda SUV with another man. Jimmy Wopo was pronounced dead about 90 minutes later at UPMC Presbyterian.
The investigation into Jimmy Wopo's death revealed that he was allegedly involved in gang
activities. He was identified as a leader of the '11 Hunnit' gang, which was involved in violent criminal activities, including murder, robbery, and drug trafficking. Several members of the gang, including Sydney Pack, were indicted on federal racketeering charges. Pack, who was friends with Jimmy Wopo and appeared in several of his music videos, pled guilty to one count of RICO conspiracy and was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison.
Despite his young age, Jimmy Wopo had already made a significant impact in the hip-hop community. He was known for his breakout single 'Elm Street' and collaborations with prominent artists like Wiz Khalifa and 21 Savage. His death was a significant loss to the music industry and his fans.
The case surrounding Jimmy Wopo's death highlighted the ongoing issues of gang violence and the impact it has on communities. The investigation and subsequent legal actions against gang members involved in the case underscored the efforts of law enforcement to address and reduce gang-related violence in Pittsburgh.
