Tuesday 1 November 2022 08:55 PM Houston cops confirm Migos rapper Takeoff died on the scene as they launch ... trends now
Heartbroken fans watched as medical examiners removed the body of Migos rapper Takeoff after he was shot in the ‘head or neck’ in a dispute as cops launch a manhunt for his killer.
The 28-year-old, who is a member of the hip hop trio, was shot at a 'private party' as a group gathered outside of the 810 Billiards & Bowling Houston, in Texas, at 2.34am.
Police confirmed that the artist died at the scene of the incident, and investigators have launched a manhunt for the shooter or shooters behind the attack.
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner said they believe the assailant was at the party with Takeoff, who he described as 'very peaceful and loving'.
Authorities say they have 'no reason to believe he was involved in anything criminal' and confirmed that two firearms were used in the incident.
They are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward so they can apprehend his killer.
A 23-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman were taken to hospital in private vehicles suffering from gunshot wounds, which are not thought to be life threatening.
Takeoff, 28, who is a member of the hip hop trio, was shot at a 'private party' as a group gathered outside of the 810 Billiards & Bowling Houston, in Texas, at 2.30am
Horrifying footage shows the desperate last moments that Migos rapper Quavo desperately tried to help his nephew Takeoff after he was shot in the ‘head or neck’
Takeoff, 28, posed inside of the Texas bowling hall with a friend before he was shot at 2.30am on Tuesday morning
One visited the scene with a bunch of roses for the Grammy-nominated artist, looking distraught as authorities removed his body
Medical examiners removed the body from the scene in San Jacinto, Texas, on Tuesday afternoon
A picture from the scene reportedly shows Takeoff lying dead on the floor hours after he posted an Instagram story of him smoking
Officers remain on the scene and are investigating the cause of the fatal incident in the early hours
Friends and fans have slammed the 'senseless violence' of the killing, with tributes to the rapper pouring in.
One visited the scene with a bunch of roses for the Grammy-nominated artist, looking distraught as authorities removed his body.
Quavo, bandmate and uncle of Takeoff, looked distraught as he knelt over his nephew moments after the shooting as he can be heard screaming for help.
Houston Police confirmed that Takeoff was found dead at the scene at 1200 Polk, but would not confirm the identity of the deceased.
Officers added that there were 40 to 50 people at the location, when they discovered a man with a gunshot wound to the head or neck.
Security guards who were in the area heard the shooting but did not see who did it according to police.
Dispatchers reportedly heard five shots fired, according to TMZ, with witnesses telling officers that they heard multiple gunshots and screaming.
Images from the scene reportedly show the rapper lying dead in a puddle of blood after being 'shot in the head' during the row.
The shooting came hours after he posted an Instagram story of him wearing the same outfit, along with a Playboi Carti song called ‘Stop Breathing’.
Two other victims were also rushed to hospital in a private vehicle, and it is unclear what their conditions are.
Takeoff, real name Kirshnik Khari Ball, had joined his uncle Quavo for a game of dice before the shooting, witnesses and law enforcement sources told TMZ.
Footage from the scene show Takeoff lying on the floor, while Quavo rushes to his side.
A group started to gather around the injured rapper and tried to move him, but quickly lowered him to the ground as Quavo screamed for help.
Video of the incident shows several women shouting to ‘get inside’, while another man can be heard saying ‘I’m scared for you bro’.
Migos was founded by Takeoff in 2008 with his uncle Quavo and cousin Offset - who is married to Cardi B.
Migos rapper Takeoff has been shot dead ‘over a game of dice’ in front of his uncle and bandmate Quavo outside of a bowling alley in Texas
It is unclear if the 'private party' was a birthday celebration, but witnesses claim there were at least 40 to 50 people in attendance
Quavo, bandmate and uncle of Takeoff, looked distraught as he knelt over his nephew moments after the shooting
Takeoff, pictured in a white t-shirt and black pants, can be seen here before the fatal incident in Houston
Footage shows Takeoff lying dead on the floor, while Quavo - wearing an orange top - rushes to his side and yells for someone to help
British rapper AJ Tracey paid tribute to Takeoff, as well as Russ Diemon while Jake Paul called for 'senseless' killings to stop
Rapper Takeoff of Migos performs at Rolling Loud festival at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 29, 2019 in Oakland, California
Video of the incident shows several women shouting to ‘get inside’, while another man can be heard saying ‘I’m scared for you bro’
Bella Hadid and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs have led the outpouring of tributes to the Grammy-nominated star
Offset, who was not in Houston with his father and cousin, was celebrating Halloween with Cardi B and their children.
Four hours before the shooting, Takeoff posted a picture of himself smoking at the bowling alley.
Quavo had also posted an Instagram story of himself driving around Houston with Jas Prince, who was celebrating his birthday.
It is unclear if the 'private party' was a celebration for Prince, but witnesses claim there were at least 40 to 50 people in attendance.
A representative for Migos has confirmed that Takeoff was shot dead in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Bella Hadid and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs have led the outpouring of tributes to the Grammy-nominated star.
Jemele Hill said you 'barely have time to recover' before someone else is killed, as Jake Paul called for 'senseless killings' to stop.
Singer and actress Keri Hilson wrote: 'Rest In Peace, @1YoungTakeoff. Healing love to your brothers, family, & friends. #gonetoosoon'.
Earlier this month, Takeoff and Quavo joined forces in their debut as a duo with their album 'Only Built for Infinity Links.
While there have been whisperings of the Atlanta rap trio Migos splitting up for good, there has been no official
