Former Migos rapper Offset was shot outside a casino in Hollywood, Florida on Monday night and is currently in stable condition.
Key Takeaways
- Former Migos rapper Offset was shot outside a casino in Hollywood, Florida.
- He is currently in stable condition and being treated in hospital.
- Two people were detained by police following the incident.
- Lil Tjay has been charged with disorderly conduct related to an altercation before the shooting.
According to AP News, police responded to an incident at the valet area of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino shortly after 7 p.m. One person was transported to Memorial Regional Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A spokesperson for Offset confirmed that he is currently receiving medical care and being closely monitored.
BBC reported that two people have been detained in connection with the incident, including US rapper Lil Tjay (Tione Jayden Merritt), who has been charged with disorderly conduct. The Seminole Police Department stated that an investigation is ongoing to identify additional persons involved.
The 34-year-old rapper, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, gained prominence as a member of the influential hip-hop trio Migos. As reported by Los Angeles Times, Offset has pursued a solo career since the group's split in 2022 and released his latest album 'Kiari' in August.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear. The scene has been secured, and operations at the Hard Rock are continuing as normal. This incident follows a tragic history of violence involving hip-hop artists, including the 2022 fatal shooting of Offset's former Migos bandmate Takeoff.
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