Lil Jon’s Son Nathan “DJ Young Slade” Smith Found Dead in Milton, Georgia Days After Leaving Home in Distress, Report Says

MILTON, GEORGIA — Nathan Smith, 27 — known publicly as DJ Young Slade and identified in a widely shared social post as the son of rapper Lil Jon — was found dead on February 6, 2026, days after he was reported missing from his Milton-area home. The post says he left the house early February 3 without his phone and appeared to be in distress.

What the Report Says Happened

According to the details shared in the post, Smith reportedly ran out of his home “in a state of panic” and was later reported missing. After an active search involving local responders, authorities recovered a body believed to be his from a nearby pond on February 6.

Timeline Shared in the Post

The information included in the post lays out a short, urgent timeline:

• February 3, 2026: Smith is reported missing from his residence in Milton, Georgia, after leaving early in the morning without his phone and reportedly in distress.
• February 6, 2026: Authorities recover a body believed to be Smith’s from a nearby pond, following search efforts involving local police and fire divers.

What’s Still Unknown

The post does not include several key details that would normally be confirmed in an official release, including:

• The official cause and manner of death
• Whether investigators have released any public findings about what led to the incident
• Confirmation from an official agency statement beyond what is described in the social post

Because those elements were not provided in the material shared, the circumstances remain unclear beyond the reported recovery and timeline.

If You or Someone You Know Is Struggling

Stories involving sudden loss can hit hard. If you or someone close to you is dealing with panic, overwhelming stress, or thoughts of self-harm, help is available. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) for free, confidential support 24/7. If you believe someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

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