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Shocking fan, rapper Migos Takeoff, shot dead at 28

The BBC news agency reported that Migos rapper Takeoff was shot dead in Houston, Texas, United States on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, when he was only 18 years old. Only 28 years, shocking and heartbreaking for fans . and the American hip hop industry at large.

The incident happened around 2:30 pm on Tuesday, when Takeoff, real name Kirchnick Cari Ball, was shot while on the balcony of a house near 810 Billiards Avenue and Bowling Alley. who are having a private party There were about 40-50 present before someone opened fire.

The police said that when they arrived at the scene they encountered a large crowd and a man with gunshot wounds to his head and neck. died on the spot In addition, two other people who were shot and wounded were taken to hospital in a personal car before. the officers are investigating the facts

Takeoff is one of the members of Migos, along with Offset and Quavo as the most influential bands of their generation. He pioneered the staccato triplet rap style known as the ‘Migos flow’ before Migos disbanded earlier this year. They have a number of international hits including Bad a Boujee, Versace and Walk It Talk It.

After news of Takeoff’s death was revealed. People in the entertainment industry, especially hip-hop and many fans, came out to express their condolences. “Forever a legend, I still can’t believe it,” American rapper Lil Pump posted on Instagram, while another popular rapper, Jarul. post a Doves emoji picture with a message calling for an end to violence

Takeoff’s attorney, Drew Feindling, told the news agency. The New York Times said the rapper’s death was a “great loss”. especially to his hometown city of Atlanta “The world is just starting to learn about Takeoff, it should be his time to shine.”