Deondre Burgin
Deondre Burgin, Skai Jackson’s ex-boyfriend, faces multiple arrests including robbery and assault, highlighting ongoing personal and legal challenges.

Deondre Burgin, known publicly as Yerkky Yerkky, has found himself at the centre of repeated legal issues amid a highly publicised relationship with Disney star Skai Jackson. His recent arrest for aggravated robbery has once again triggered internet sleuths into asking: Who is Deondre Burgin?

Deondre Burgin is currently estimated to be 25 years old. His full name and details have not been widely publicised, but reports suggest he is around this age. Burgin's net worth remains unclear,and his notoriety largely stems from his association with Skai Jackson and his repeated arrests.

Burgin's online presence indicates he is a rapper and social media personality, with followers on Instagram and Twitter. Records also show that he was involved in a 90-day jail stint in late 2024, which ended in December.

Burgin's latest arrest took place on 14 July 2025 in Kentucky. He was detained after police discovered him at a petrol station in Newport, washing his car. An existing arrest warrant from Ohio, issued on 30 June 2025, was the basis for his apprehension. The warrant was linked to a 21 June incident in Cincinnati, Ohio, involving a violent carjacking.

Why Was Deondre Burgin Arrested?

On 21 June 2024, Burgin and an accomplice allegedly robbed a man in the parking lot of an apartment complex. The victim reported that Burgin approached him with a firearm, demanded his property, and then pistol-whipped him, causing facial injuries. The victim told police that Burgin struck him repeatedly with a pistol while taking his keys, car, and handgun.

The stolen vehicle was recovered shortly after the incident, and the victim sustained visible facial injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.

The arrest warrant was related to these charges, and Burgin was extradited from Kentucky to Ohio following his detention. This is not Burgin's first run-in with the law; he was previously detained at a petrol station in Kentucky for failing to renew his driver's licence and displaying incorrect vehicle registration details. He also missed a court hearing in May for that case.

Background and Personal Life

Burgin shares a son, Kasai, with Skai Jackson. Jackson, aged 23, is a well-known actress from the Disney series Jessie and its spin-off Bunk'd. Their relationship became public in late 2023, and Jackson announced her pregnancy in November 2024. She gave birth to Kasai in January 2025.

However, their relationship was marred by allegations of domestic violence. Jackson filed a restraining order against Burgin in May 2024, claiming he assaulted her while she was holding their newborn. She reported that Burgin grabbed her by the hair, slammed her head against a car window, and punched her in the face. Jackson's focus has been on protecting her family amid ongoing legal and personal struggles.

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The Ongoing Legal and Personal Drama

Burgin's repeated arrests highlight a pattern of legal issues linked to violent incidents and failure to comply with court orders. His arrest in July 2025 is just the latest in a series that includes previous detentions and court appearances. His status as a father and his tumultuous relationship with Jackson continue to attract media attention.

Meanwhile, Skai Jackson has kept her focus on her child and her career, navigating the fallout from her publicised relationship and legal battles. She has expressed her priority is her family's safety and well-being, especially following her restraining order and allegations of abuse.