PnB Rock’s Alleged Shooter ‘Not Yet Competent’ To Stand Trial

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PnB Rock’s alleged shooter is avoiding facing justice a little longer after reportedly being found “not yet competent” to stand trial.

In September of 2022 rapper PnB Rock was tragically shot and killed while dining at Roscoe’s in Los Angeles. His death would mark the second rapper from the East Coast murdered while visiting Los Angeles since 2020. Authorities have apprehended who they believe to be responsible for the crime.

Since the murder details have been scarce but allegedly PnB was set up by a third party.

According to Rolling Stone, the now 17-year-old alleged shooter appeared in a Los Angeles County courtroom this weekend. However, the judge on the case agreed with the court he was not yet competent enough to stand trial for his alleged actions. Reportedly the minor lacks the “necessary competency” to be involved in any legal proceedings.

Reportedly the alleged shooter is receiving services while behind bars to be able to stand trial but still has a long path ahead.

“The recommendation is that the previous orders remain,” Commissioner Sharonda P. Bradford said. “The proceedings remain suspended, remediation continues.”

All parties will return to court next month for a follow-up hearing to decide the path forward. The minor’s father Freddie Trone is also on trial for the same murder in the same building. Trone has pleaded not guilty to all charges involving the robbery and murder.

Also, co-defendant, Tremont Jones, allegedly tipped off the alleged murders on the location of PnB Rock and pleaded no guilty as well.