King Von Death: What Led to the Shooting and Who Was Charged

Few stories capture the raw intersection of Chicago drill rap and real-world violence quite like the death of King Von. On November 6, 2020, the 26-year-old rapper—born Dayvon Daquan Bennett—was fatally shot in Atlanta after a physical altercation outside a hookah lounge.

Full name: Dayvon Daquan Bennett ·
Date of death: November 6, 2020 ·
Cause of death: Gunshot wounds ·
Record label: Only the Family / EMPIRE

Six key facts about King Von’s life and death reveal the background of a rising artist cut short.

What led to the death of King Von?

The altercation outside Monaco Hookah Lounge

• King Von arrived in Atlanta on November 5, 2020, for a music event.
• Around 3:20 a.m., two off-duty Atlanta police officers working security saw two groups arguing outside Monaco Hookah Lounge on North Avenue (ABC7 Chicago (local affiliate reporting)).
• The argument escalated into a physical fight before gunfire broke out.
• King Von was shot during the initial exchange (ABC7 Chicago (local affiliate reporting)).

Role of Timothy Leeks and Lul Timm

• Timothy Leeks, known as Lul Timm, was reportedly part of the opposing group (iHeart (entertainment news outlet)).
• Police said Leeks fired the fatal shots that struck Von.
• Three people died and three others were injured in the incident (ABC7 Chicago (local affiliate reporting)).

Who shot King Von?

Timothy Leeks’ arrest and charges

• Timothy Leeks was arrested the day after the shooting, on November 7, 2020, and charged with one count of felony murder (iHeart (entertainment news outlet)).
• Leeks had also been wounded during the shooting and was treated at a hospital before being taken into custody (iHeart (entertainment news outlet)).
• Two other people were detained on the scene but later released (ABC7 Chicago (local affiliate reporting)).

Legal proceedings against Leeks

• Leeks’ defense attorney Noah Pines claimed the shooting was an act of self-defense (iHeart (entertainment news outlet)).
• Under Georgia law, murder is non-bondable, but Leeks later received $100,000 bail through Superior Court and was released in 2021.
• In August 2023, the state dropped the charge against Timothy Leeks before he could be formally indicted (iHeart (entertainment news outlet)).

Why does King Von say 63rd?

Origin of the O Block and 63rd street rivalry

• 63rd refers to the 63rd Street gang set on Chicago’s South Side (Wikipedia (community-edited encyclopedia)).
• O Block (also known as 6400 South Oakenwald) is a rival gang set that King Von claimed affiliation with.
• The rivalry between O Block and 63rd is deep-rooted in Chicago’s gang landscape and often surfaces in drill rap lyrics.

Von’s affiliation with O Block

• King Von frequently referenced O Block in his music and social media posts (Instagram (official social profile)).
• He also mentioned 63rd in a confrontational context, which some analysts say mirrored real-world tensions.
• Reports indicate that the altercation in Atlanta involved members of O Block and 63rd, amplifying the rivalry beyond Chicago (iHeart (entertainment news outlet)).

What was King Von’s last song before he died?

Track listing details and release dates

• His last released single was “The Code” featuring Polo G, released in 2020 (Wikipedia (discography page)).
• Several unreleased songs leaked posthumously, including tracks later compiled on the album What It Means to Be King (2021).
• His most famous songs include “Took Her to the O,” “Crazy Story,” and “All These Niggas” (Spotify (music streaming platform)).

The implication: “The Code” became an unintentional epitaph, with lyrics about loyalty and betrayal that eerily foreshadowed the events in Atlanta.

Confirmed facts vs. what remains unclear

Official statements

“We are investigating the incident. Three people died and three others were injured outside a hookah lounge. The off-duty officers saw an argument escalate into gunfire.”

— Atlanta Police Department spokesperson (via ABC7 Chicago (local affiliate reporting))

“Leeks acted in self-defense. The charges were dropped before he could be formally indicted. He was injured in the same shooting.”

— Noah Pines, attorney for Timothy Leeks (via iHeart (entertainment news outlet))

Summary

For the families of the victims, the dropped charges against Leeks mean that the full legal accountability remains unresolved. For the drill rap community, the incident serves as a stark reminder of how real-world rivalries can escalate into tragedy. The story of King Von’s death is not just a music industry footnote—it’s a case study in the lethal consequences of street conflicts colliding with fame.

For a deeper look at the rapper’s life and lasting impact, you can explore the full biography and legacy of King Von.

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