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Takeoff, a member of the rap trio Migos, was shot in Houston, Texas on Tuesday (November 1). The rapper – full name Kirshnik Khari Ball – was 28 years old. Officers were called at about 02:34 local time (7:34 a.m. GMT) about shots fired outside 810 Billiards and Bowling Alley in downtown Houston, where a private party of about 40 people was taking place. Takeoff and his Migos partner Quavo were both in attendance. Quavo – real name Quavious Keyate Marshall – was not injured in the altercation. The third member of Migos, Offset, was not present. An argument ensued, reportedly over a dice game, and shots were fired. Takeoff was pronounced dead at the scene. His death has been mourned by industry figures and fans, with tributes for the late rapper pouring in on social media. Celebrities including James Corden, Drake, SZA, Outkast and Khloé Kardashian have shared posts remembering the rapper. So far, no suspects have been arrested with Houston Police Chief Troy Finer appealing for witnesses to “come forward” in the shooting. The police, as well as the rapper’s fans, urged others to take down the graphic videos of the incident circulating online.
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Quavo and Offset are keeping quiet following his bandmate’s death
The two remaining members of Migos, Quavo and Offset, have yet to officially comment on Takeoff’s death. As all three are related, they grew up together in and around Lawrenceville, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta. The day before Takeoff’s death, he and Quavo had released the music video for their song “Messy” from their duet project, Only Built for Infinity Links. Nicole Vassell November 4, 2022 3:00 p.m 1667572380
Takeoff was ‘unconscious when nurse arrived on scene’
A nurse who attended the scene of the Houston shooting that killed Takeoff recalled the moments that immediately followed. In a conversation with local news outlet Click2Houston, the health care professional (who chose not to be named) told how she heard the commotion at 810 Billiards and Bowling from her home nearby. Although he was not on duty, he attended the scene to see if he could help. “I couldn’t have lived with myself if I knew I had the equipment to save his life and I didn’t,” she said. Later in the report, she claimed that Takeoff had no pulse when she arrived and that she saw his eyes roll back with a pool of blood behind his head. He was later pronounced dead at the scene. Nicole Vassell November 4, 2022 2:33 p.m 1667567812
Fans leave tributes at the Houston filming location
A Migos fan page has documented a visit to a memorial for the takeoff in Houston, Texas. After the rap star was murdered early Tuesday (November 1), music appreciators paid tribute in a number of ways, including a memorial in Atlanta. Some have left flowers, candles and photos outside 810 Billiards and Bowling in Houston, where the shooting took place. Houston Takeoff Memorial (Instagram / ultimatemigos) An account called ‘ultimatemigos’ posted footage of the memorial service, captioned: “I swear Pare, I promise to keep visiting you forever, I’ll keep coming back, I’ll never forget you bro.” Nicole Vassell November 4, 2022 1:16 p.m 1667563202
J Prince addresses the Houston shooting incident that killed takeoff
J Prince addressed the fatal shooting that killed Takeoff in Houston earlier this week. “Prince’s family would like to send our condolences to the family and friends of a beautiful soul,” she wrote on Instagram. “For Houstonians and families around the world, this breaks my heart because Takeoff was a brother, a son, a role model and a godly man. “This shouldn’t have happened. This should never have happened in our city,” he continued. “This shouldn’t have been recorded and this damn thing definitely shouldn’t be out on social media for family, friends and fans to see. As I write this, I am angry at the lack of love and respect we have for one another as a race that keeps bringing us back to the same tragic place of Black on Black murder. “They say that Satan is the creator of confusion and right now there are a lot of lies and false narratives being spread by media whores,” he said. “I consider myself a quick listener and slow to speak person, so whoever is responsible for putting that bullet in my little nieces head, please know that you can’t hide behind me, next to me, or anywhere near me because I don’t I put up with dumb shit. “To the expats in Georgia and around the world who loved Takeoff as we know it: let’s change the narrative in our culture by ending any disagreement or disagreement that leads to violence,” he concluded. “It’s okay to live and let live to see another day. Rest in peace Take off.” Peony Hirwani November 4, 2022 12:00 p.m 1667559990
Quavo’s assistant allegedly fired the shot that killed Takeoff
Quavo’s assistant Joshua “Wash” Washington was one of two other people shot in the shooting that killed Takeoff, according to TMZ. Peony Hirwani November 4, 2022 11:06 am 1667557518
What label was Takeoff signed to?
The takeoff was signed off in Quality Control. In a statement shared on social media, the company said they were “devastated” by the “senseless violence”. “It is with broken hearts and deep sorrow that we mourn the loss of our beloved brother Kirsnick Khari Ball, known to the world as Takeoff,” the statement said. “Senseless violence and a stray bullet took another life from this world and we are devastated. Respect his family and friends as we all continue to process this monumental loss.” Peony Hirwani November 4, 2022 10:25 am 1667553746
Migos – made up of Takeoff, Offset and Quavo – grew up together in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Migos formed in 2008. The trio originally called themselves Polo Club. The three members are directly related and grew up together. Quavo was Takeoff’s uncle and Offset is Quavo’s cousin. Peony Hirwani4 November 2022 09:22 1667550629
The video shows a man with a gun at a party where the takeoff was shot
ICYMI: A video obtained by TMZ appears to show a person of interest standing with a gun in his pocket moments before takeoff was fatally shot. The man is seen standing with a gun as Quavo, Takeoff’s teammate, fights with someone. The same person can then be seen with the gun drawn before shots are fired. Police are aware of the video. Peony Hirwani4 November 2022 08:30 1667548136
An autopsy reveals that Takeoff was shot more than once
The takeoff was shot multiple times, the medical examiner’s report confirmed. The Harris County Coroner confirmed his cause of death as “gunshot wounds” and ruled his death a “homicide.” Peony Hirwani4 November 2022 07:48 1667547003
Offset changes his Instagram profile picture to a picture of himself taking off following the death of his Migos bandmate
ICYMI: Offset paid a subtle tribute to his late partner Takeoff. While Offset has yet to verbally comment on his friend’s death, the rapper changed his Instagram profile picture on Wednesday (November 2) to one of Takeoff’s faces. Peony Hirwani4 November 2022 07:30
