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Offset, known for his work with the hip-hop group Migos, was shot outside the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida, on Monday and is currently in stable condition at a local hospital. Two individuals have been detained in connection to the incident, with police confirming that there is no ongoing threat to the public. Offset's cousin, Takeoff, was also tragically killed in a shooting over three years ago.
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. - The rapper Offset, a former member of the influential hip-hop trio Migos, was shot Monday outside a Florida casino and is in stable condition, according to a spokesperson. He was treated at a hospital, but his exact condition is unknown. The Seminole Police Department reported that one individual sustained non-life-threatening injuries at the valet area outside the Seminole Hard Rock Casino. While the victim has not been identified, police have detained two individuals as part of the investigation.The site is secure and there is no threat to the public, stated the police. Offset, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, was a crucial part of Migos, known for their rapid-fire triplet flow. The group gained fame with their 2013 hit Versace and received Grammy nominations for their albums, including a notable win for Best Rap Performance.Offset was married to Cardi B, with whom he shares three children. Beyond Offset's personal tribulations, the hip-hop community mourned the loss of Takeoff, Offset's cousin and another member of Migos, who was shot and killed in Houston over three years ago. In the wake of such violence, Quavo, the third member of Migos, is actively seeking to address gun violence through public forums. The community reflects on the tragic loss of several artists, sparking conversations about safety in the hip-hop industry.
