NWA wrestler Blk Jeez is lucky to be alive after he was attacked by four assailants this week who tried to steal his car.
In a media release, the NWA confirmed that Jeez, real name Darnell Kittrell, was approached by four masked men while in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday night. The men attempted to carjack Kittrell’s vehicle which the wrestler was set in at the time. During the altercation, Kittrell was shot in the hip.
Kittrell, who possesses a permit to carry a gun, used his registered firearm to defend himself and returned fire. The suspects fled the scene and investigators are reviewing surveillance footage. Kittrell was taken to hospital and treated for what was described as non-life-threatening injuries.
In a statement, NWA President Billy Corgan said the following:
“We stand by Blk Jeez during this challenging time and wish him a swift recovery. His strength and resilience have inspired us all, and we eagerly await his return to the NWA ring. Our thoughts are with him and his family.”
Blk Jeez’s Prior Battle
This is the latest setback for Darnell Kittrell who recently battled cancer. In the Spring of 2023, Kittrell was diagnosed with a blood cancer that affects plasma cells in bone marrow. Kittrell was scheduled to return to action at the NWA Paranoia that will take place in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Kittrell said the following in the statement about the shooting/attempted carjacking:
“I was looking forward to making my return this weekend. I would love to make the trip regardless of the soreness and pain that I’m in. However, my gut tells me to stay home with my family this weekend. I look forward to making my return at the next NWA event. Thank you to everyone for your continued support.”
We here at SE Scoops would like to wish Kittrell a very speedy recovery after this scary incident.
