Nappy Roots member Fish Scales shot during a robbery and kidnapping
The Atalnta Journal-Constitution, local police reported two suspects had robbed a customer around 11pm outside the brewery, before proceeding inside and forcing Scales into his vehicle at gun point.It is has not been established at what point Scales – real name Melvin Adams – was shot during the ordeal, however, police said he escaped on foot to a home in nearby Hapeville.Adams is currently recovering at Grady Memorial Hospital. Nappy Roots posted to Instagram on Friday (August 19) to thank their fans for the support Adams has received.Pictured alongside Deville (aka William Hughes), Nappy Roots wrote: “We again want to thank everyone for the support and prayers for our Brother @nappyscales … he wanted to let everyone know that he is in good spirits and can’t wait to get back to the music and atlantucky brewing.”A post shared by Nappy Roots (@nappyroots)In his statement to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Hughes expressed relief for Adams’ safety.