LePreston Porter, better known by his stage name Snootie Wild, was a 36-year-old African American rapper from Memphis, Tennessee. On February 25, 2022, Snootie Wild was found shot in the neck in a ditch in Houston, Texas. He was transported to a nearby hospital but tragically passed away the following day from his injuries.
The incident occurred around 2 a.m. when a woman reported that her vehicle had gotten stuck in a ditch.
Several people, including Snootie Wild, approached her to offer assistance. According to the woman, Snootie Wild pointed a gun at her, causing her to flee the scene. As she ran away, she heard gunshots but did not realize that Snootie Wild had been shot. A neighbor's security camera captured the entire incident.
Nearly ten months after Snootie Wild's death, Houston police arrested 22-year-old Ivory Duke Williams and charged him with murder. Williams was identified as the suspect through an investigation that included witness statements and video evidence. He was arrested without incident on December 14, 2022.
The case is being tried in the 185th State District Court, and the investigation continues as authorities search for additional suspects, including a woman who was seen fleeing the scene with Williams. Snootie Wild's fiancé, Krystal Meredith, expressed shock and disbelief over the incident, noting that Snootie Wild did not have any known enemies.
Snootie Wild, who had moved to Houston with Meredith three years prior to his death, left behind a legacy of high-energy performances and collaborations with artists like Yo Gotti. He is survived by his mother, siblings, and five children.
The tragic death of Snootie Wild has left a significant impact on his family, friends, and fans, who continue to seek justice for the beloved rapper.
