Takeoff, who was one third of the platinum-selling rap group Migos
as shot and killed early Tuesday in Houston, Texas, a source close to the group confirmed
He was 28.
Houston police say they responded to the scene of a shooting in downtown
Houston at a bowling and pool hall around 2:30 a.m. local time.
One person was found dead, according to a tweet from the department.
Two other victims were taken in private vehicles to hospitals, police said.
According to authorities, police were informed that a private party had been held at
the venue prior to the shooting. An investigation is ongoing.
Born in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Takeoff began performing with his uncle and fellow rapper Quavo
along with Offset, as Migos in 2008. The trio found fame with their 2013 single, “Versace.”