Rapper Big Pokey’s Cause Of Death Revealed 2 Months Following Fatal Collapse
Nearly two months after rapper Big Pokey collapsed on stage while performing at a bar in Beaumont, Texas, his cause of death has been revealed.
Based on an autopsy report obtained by 12News, it was revealed that Houston native Milton Powell passed away due to a heart attack. The report also mentioned that the 48-year-old's preexisting condition contributed to the fatal incident.
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Pokey died on Saturday, June 16, after fainting during a performance. He was quickly taken to a local hospital and later pronounced dead.
The late emcee is best known as one of the founding members of the hip-hop group Screwed Up Click, which included other Houston legends, including DJ Screw, Fat Pat, Z-Ro, Lil' Keke, and Lil' Flip.
He later found fame with the 1999 release of his debut solo album “The Hardest Pit in the Litter.”
