Washington DC, Feb. 7 -- Rapper Lil Jon is mourning the death of his son, Nathan Smith, also known by his stage name DJ Young Slade, who was found dead near his residence on February 6. He was 27, according to E! News.

Nathan Smith had been reported missing on February 3, prompting a days-long search by local authorities. The Milton Police Department confirmed on February 6 that a body believed to be Smith's was recovered from a pond near his home.

"I am extremely heartbroken for the tragic loss of our son, Nathan Smith," Lil Jon, whose real name is Jonathan H. Smith, said in a statement to E! News. "His mother [Nicole Smith] and I are devastated."

Describing his son, the rapper added, "Nathan was the kindest human being you would ever...