‘Supacell’ Star Ghetts Charged in Fatal Hit-and-Run, Remanded in Custody

‘Supacell’ Star Ghetts Charged in Fatal Hit-and-Run, Remanded in Custody

British rapper and Supacell actor Ghetts, born Justin Clarke-Samuel, has been charged with causing de@th by dangerous driving following a de@dly hit-and-run in east London.

Authorities allege the 41-year-old artist failed to stop his vehicle after striking 20-year-old Yubin Tamang on October 18. The young man was pronounced de#d at the scene.

According to BBC News, Ghetts appeared in a London courtroom on Monday, where he confirmed his name, birth date, and address before being remanded in custody. His next court appearance is scheduled for November 24 at the Old Bailey, the city’s central criminal court.

Ghetts is widely regarded as one of grime’s most influential figures, celebrated for his lyrical skill and contributions to U.K. rap. Over his career, he has earned Mercury Prize and BET Award nominations, collaborated with major artists like Ed Sheeran and Stormzy, and received multiple honors at the MOBO Awards—including Best Male Act (2021) and the Pioneer Award (2024) for his impact on Black British music and culture.

Outside of music, Ghetts gained international recognition for his breakout role as Krazy, the chilling villain in Rapman’s Netflix hit Supacell. The sci-fi drama, starring Tosin Cole, Adelayo Adedayo, Eric Kofi-Abrefa, and others, became the platform’s most-watched show globally upon release, amassing over 179 million viewing hours and securing a second-season renewal.