Rapper XXXTentacion was reportedly shot and rushed to Broward Hospital in Florida. The incident occurred in Deerfield Beach, where the rapper was shopping for motorcycles. Witnesses claim that a gunman approached his car and opened fire, before fleeing the scene in a dark-colored SUV. The rapper was found unresponsive inside his vehicle and was quickly transported to the hospital. At the time of writing, his condition remains unknown. Fans and fellow artists have taken to social media to express their concern and prayers. XXXTentacion, whose real name is Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy, is known for his controversial and introspective lyrics, as well as his legal troubles.

He had been awaiting trial on charges of domestic violence against his pregnant girlfriend. The rapper gained significant popularity through various streaming platforms and was viewed as one of the rising stars of the industry. However, his association with violence and legal issues often overshadowed his musical success. XXXTentacion's shooting is yet another tragic incident in a string of violence against hip-hop figures. The incident comes just days after fellow rapper Jimmy Wopo was fatally shot in Pittsburgh. Hip-hop has been grappling with a concerning rise in shootings and violence, dampening the joy and creativity of the genre. The hope now is that XXXTentacion can make a full recovery and that the cycle of violence against artists in the community will come to an end.