Jacoby "Kobe" Herron was a 21-year-old member of the NLMB gang in Chicago who met a tragic end on August 10, 2013. Residing in the 7900 block of South Oglesby Avenue, Kobe was fatally shot multiple times outside a McDonald's located on the 2400 block of East 79th Street at around 4 a.m. The gunfire inflicted severe wounds to his head and body, leading to his untimely demise, as confirmed by authorities.
Legacy
Following the unfortunate death of Jacoby "Kobe" Herron, the NLMB gang established the Kobe Squad in a heartfelt tribute to his memory. Among those honoring his legacy was rapper and NLMB associate Lil Herb, who released a mixtape titled "Balling Like I'm Kobe," commemorating Jacoby "Kobe" Herron's life and influence.