Cardi B is always outspoken on social media, whether it relates to her personal woes or what's going on in the world around her. Via a livestream caught by Hollywood Unlocked on Instagram, she reacted to the murder of 15-year-old Bronx student Javits Frimpong, blasting what she sees as a culture of bullying in New York City that makes her not want to raise her kids near a New York public school or its hoods.
"The kids in New York are mean, nasty as f**k," the "ErrTime" artist expressed. "That makes you want to join a gang... So people can stop f***ing with you, 'cause that's practically what happened to me... Teach your kids to be f***ing kind, beause it starts with you... [They] are extremely xenophobic. If you come from another country, they gon' pick on your a** real f***ing bad. It's extremely sad..."
Javits Frimpong Case
As reported by ABC 7 New York, Javits Frimpong's father claimed bullies were behind the murder, who had recently been suspended for picking on him. Javits had reportedly relocated from Ghana last year to live with his father. No arrested have been made, and no identities of suspects or perpetrators have been confirmed. Police continue to track down three teenagers who ran away from the scene of the murder.
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie paid tribute to Javits Frimpong at a concert yesterday (Friday, October 30), as caught by XGhana on Twitter. The "Down For Real" artist and Bronx MC held a moment of silence and spoke on Frimpong's story.
This is a heartbreaking situation that touched the hearts of many in New York City and beyond. Law enforcement authorities continue to investigate the matter as the story gains national and online traction. These are just a few of the examples of celebrities and folks from all walks of life expressing their sorrow and condolences over the situation.
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie always pays tribute at his shows, as past honors toward PnB Rock and others show. We will see if others speak out about this tragedy and weigh in on the case as it develops.
