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March 27 Detroit Rapper Trick Trick (Christian Mathis) went on record stating he will use his money to bring justice. When it comes to protecting and serving and righting egregious wrongs, he’s not one to play with.

The Attack

Recently, a dastardly attack made on the persons of an elderly woman made the headlines. And It wasn’t merely any attack. Not only did a perpetrator break into the home of an 80-year-old woman, but sexually assaulted her. WCRZ reported,

“The woman told the offender she had no money and attempted to push him out the door. However, the attacker pulled the victim outside and sexually assaulted her outside the home.”

At the time, the perpetrator was still at large.

Trick Trick’s Response

Undoubtedly, such crime warrants outrage regardless of attachment. But this one, Trick Trick, feels some way about. And he has made the public aware of why he feels as he does. Mathis acknowledged the linking factor which led him to vocalize his dissent and support for quick and swift action. According to the artist, he has a grandmother who is 90 years of age. So his ability to relate on that level made the attack on the 80-year-old woman feel personal. And he wants to help in whatever way he can. According to WCRZ, upon hearing the news, this was the rapper’s response,

“If I have to offer $10,000. I want his a**. My grandma [is] 90 years old. … when I saw this, I said get up, suit up; it is time to go.”

Going the Extra Mile

He not only agreed to provide a monetary reward for whoever had information, but that he could make himself available to anyone who knew something; in the words of Mathis,

“You can direct message me at tricktrickgs2. Hit my DM, and I’ll pull up and come see you myself.”

Who is Trick Trick

Trick Trick is the founder of the legendary hip-hop group the Goon Sqwad. Trick Trick, formally known as Mathis, is a self-taught musician. He started learning various instruments and displaying his talents in the church. Mathis later turned his energies toward the music industry, specifically in hip-hop. Eminem is credited as a stabilizing force in the life of Mathis, pointing him toward hip-hop. According to FX Networks,

“Eminem urged Mathis to leave the streets and continue with his music. He offered Mathis the opportunity to travel with the Anger Management Tour 3 to promote their hit single “Welcome 2 Detroit.”

Some are Made for More

Mathis later expanded his talents beyond that of a performing artist. Mathis went on to work in the film and tv industry in various capacities. And he expanded his influence in music to that of an owner and entrepreneur. And to his credit, he has worked with some of hip-hop’s elite. But ultimately, he stepped up to become a civic leader. And he has devoted his time to pouring back into the youth through the Christian Anthony Foundation, as noted by FX Networks.

Conclusion

Trick Trick serves as an exemplar. He epitomizes the adage, “put your money where your mouth is.” While it may seem a small thing to some, it is not. This small act demonstrates he has a heart for people. Beyond that, he cares deeply for the welfare of his community, which is commendable. Because as Martin Luther King once pronounced, “A threat to justice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” This one small act, a demonstration of willingness to do what is necessary to bring about justice, says a great deal about his character. And here’s to hoping someone will heed the call. And that justice will reign down accordingly.

Written by: Renae Richardson