Boosie Badazz Under Investigation Over Memorial Scholarship Fund Promotion
Baton Rouge rapper Boosie Badazz is now under investigation by the Louisiana Department of Justice over allegations tied to a memorial scholarship fund promoted in connection with his Boosie Bash event.
According to court filings in the 19th Judicial District Court, the state has submitted a motion to compel Boosie, whose legal name is Torrence Hatch Jr., to respond to investigators. The filing suggests he may have violated the Louisiana Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law by allegedly misleading consumers.
What Sparked the Investigation
The issue centers around promotional materials shared ahead of Boosie Bash in March 2025. Flyers circulating on social media included the name and image of Caleb Wilson, a Southern University student who died in a hazing incident. The materials also featured the Southern University logo, the Human Jukebox band logo, and referenced a “Caleb Wilson Memorial Scholarship Fund.”
In an interview with WBRZ the day before the festival, Boosie publicly stated that he was putting money toward a memorial scholarship fund in Wilson’s name.
“We going to try to do something positive… We’re going to do something special for them because it’s a life lost too short,” he said during the interview.
However, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill later told WBRZ that while Wilson’s family had discussed the possibility of a scholarship fund, nothing had been finalized or formally approved.
Attorney General’s Concerns
Murrill stated that the family was not asked for permission to use Wilson’s name or image to promote the event. She characterized the connection between the scholarship and the for profit festival as a potential “dramatic misrepresentation.”
According to the Attorney General’s office, no lawsuit has been filed yet. However, officials say Boosie has not responded to requests for information, prompting the motion to compel.
“We’re continuing our investigation,” Murrill said. “The next step could be a civil action for penalties or fines under that law.”
What Happens Next
At this stage, the matter remains an investigation, not a filed civil lawsuit. The state is seeking compliance and additional documentation before determining further action.
Boosie has not publicly responded to the latest legal development.
As the investigation continues, the situation highlights the legal risks associated with promoting charitable causes, especially when using names, images, and institutional affiliations tied to sensitive circumstances.
More updates are expected as the Attorney General’s office proceeds.