Son Blamed by Uncle in Lawsuit Over Fatal Plane Crash

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A recent legal action initiated by Aaliyah’s uncle and former manager alleges that his own son shares responsibility for the tragic plane crash that claimed the singer’s life. Aaliyah tragically passed away on August 25, 2001, at the young age of 22 when her plane crashed in the Bahamas.

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Lawsuit Alleges Cousin Shares Blame for Aaliyah’s Fatal Plane Crash

As outlined in lawsuit documents obtained by TMZ, Barry Hankerson asserts that his son, Jomo Hankerson, was responsible for organizing travel arrangements for Aaliyah’s music video shoot in the Bahamas. Barry contends that Jomo’s negligence in planning led to the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.

Following the completion of the music shoot, Aaliyah arranged for a private flight back to Florida after Jomo purportedly did not fulfill his duty to coordinate her travel. The aircraft tragically crashed shortly after departing from Marsh Harbor Airport, resulting in the loss of all lives on board.

According to the documents, Jomo “failed in his responsibility,” and it is stated that the crash “may have been prevented had [Jomo] effectively managed his paid task of coordinating travel.”

Additionally, Barry revealed that his relationship with his son deteriorated significantly following the tragic incident.

Jomo Accuses Father of Owing Money

In response to the allegations, Jomo claims that Barry is violating a contract related to a music rights settlement. He alleges that his father owes him 12 percent of the profits from the music publishing rights associated with Aaliyah’s catalog. Jomo further asserts that Barry owes him for the music publishing rights of DMX, Timbaland, and Toni Braxton. He has also accused Barry’s record label, Blackground Records, of concealing profits and is demanding $1.2 million in damages. The ongoing case is under investigation by TMZ.

Barry Hankerson Introduced Aaliyah to R. Kelly

According to VIBE, Barry Hankerson introduced his niece to the singer R. Kelly, known for his hit ‘Bump N’ Grind.’ At that time, Barry was managing Kelly, who went on to write and produce Aaliyah’s debut album, ‘Age Ain’t Nothing But A Number,’ released in 1994.

In a controversial turn, Kelly, who was 27, secretly wed a 15-year-old Aaliyah after providing her with a fake ID, as reported by WTTW.

In 2021, Kelly faced conviction for sex trafficking minors in New York, resulting in a 30-year prison sentence. He was also found guilty of child sex charges in Chicago and received an additional 20-year sentence, according to PBS. He is currently serving both sentences concurrently.