Philadelphia Rapper FSDaBender Arrested in Major Gang Violence Indictment Involving 19 People
Feb. 26, 2026 — Philadelphia authorities announced charges Wednesday against 19 individuals connected to ongoing gang violence, including several shootings and at least five homicides from September 2022 to May 2024. Among those charged is Philadelphia rapper FSDaBender (real name Kasim Brown, aka “Fat Seem”), a Young Bag Chasers (YBC) member accused of three nonfatal shootings, marking a key development as FSDaBender arrested in this sweeping case.
The indicted include members and associates of rival gangs such as YBC, Campers Campers Klapperz (CCK), and Parkside Killers (PSK), primarily operating in West and Southwest Philadelphia. Prosecutors detailed 23 shootings linked to these groups in a sprawling indictment, with 11 YBC affiliates, six CCK members, and two PSK associates among the charged.
FSDaBender Arrested: Rapper’s Alleged Role
FSDaBender arrested drew significant attention, with social media reports confirming his involvement hours before mainstream coverage. Posts on Instagram and Facebook highlighted FSDaBender arrested alongside others like YakYola and SaanyGoon. As a prominent YBC member, FSDaBender arrested stems from accusations of participating in three nonfatal shootings amid the gang feuds.
Social Media and Drill Rap Evidence
Investigators used drill rap music videos and social media posts where gang members bragged about crimes, aiding the probe into the violence. Prosecutors noted these platforms helped solve years-old cases, with members boasting about murders and shootings online.
Broader Gang Context
The charges address a pattern of retaliatory violence between the rival factions, spanning nearly two years. Authorities emphasized the role of the local drill rap scene in glorifying the conflicts, tying the indictments to Southwest Philly hotspots.
