The rapper Nipsey Hussle was fatally shot outside his clothing store in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles on Sunday, the authorities said.

Nipsey Hussle, born Ermias Asghedom, was shot multiple times, according to The Los Angeles Times. His death was confirmed by a Los Angeles city official.

Two other people were shot and wounded, one of whom was taken to a nearby hospital, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

All three were shot in the parking lot outside the store, according to Lt. Chris Ramirez of the Los Angeles police. He said the police were still piecing together what happened and that they do not have a motive for the shooting, which they are investigating as a homicide. Police believe at least one suspect fled from the scene in a car. </s> (Reuters) - Grammy-nominated rapper Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed outside his clothing store in south Los Angeles on Sunday, media reports said.

Two other people were wounded in the shooting outside Marathon Clothing, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing law enforcement sources.

According to the newspaper, Hussle, 33, was shot multiple times and rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The Los Angeles Police Department said a shooting was reported about 3:20 p.m. PDT in the area of Slauson Avenue and Crenshaw Boulevard, and that three victims were transported to a

hospital where one was pronounced dead.

“We have no suspect info at this time and will provide more details as they become available,” the department wrote on Twitter.

Hussle, whose real name was Ermias Asghedom, grew up in south Los Angeles and often talked about being in a street gang during his teenage years. He had since become a community organizer, according to media reports.

His debut studio album, “Victory Lap” was nominated for Best Rap Album at this year’s Grammy Awards. </s> Grammy-nominated rapper Nipsey Hussle was fatally shot outside his Los Angeles clothing store on Sunday afternoon.

Hussle was shot multiple times and rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to The Los Angeles Times.

Two other men were in serious condition, and a suspect remained at large, NBC News reported.

As a teen, Hussle was associated with the Rollin 60s Neighborhood Crips, one of Los Angeles’ largest street gangs — something he acknowledged in interviews with Complex magazine and the YouTube channel Vlad TV.

His debut studio album, “Victory Lap” was nominated for Best Rap Album at this year’s Grammy Awards. </s> – Rapper Nipsey Hussle has been pronounced dead, and two others are injured, following a shooting in Los Angeles Sunday afternoon.

According to TMZ, the rapper was gunned down outside of his clothing store in the Hyde Park neighborhood, south of the Crenshaw area.

LAPD reported a shooting at 3:20 p.m. in the area of Slauson Ave. and Crenshaw Blvd. where three people were transported to the hospital

The two other victims were reported to be in stable condition.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. </s> Grammy-nominated rapper Nipsey Hussle was killed Sunday after he was shot several times Sunday in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, according to NBC News. He was 33.

The artist, born Ermias Asghedom, was shot multiple times outside his store, Marathon Clothing Company, multiplesources report.

Several witnesses at the location took to social media to share photos and videos of the scene, showing the store cordoned off with police tape, with officers and medical personal on site. TMZ was the first to report the shooting.

A spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department tells ET that a shooting occurred and three men were shot outside Marathon Clothing. One individual was taken to a local hospital where he died. The other two victims are in stable condition at the hospital. However, the spokesperson could not confirm the identities of the victims.

The suspect responsible fled in a vehicle, and the scene is currently being processed and the attack is being investigated as a homicide.

The rapper notably tweeted shortly before reports of his shooting began to surface, "Having strong enemies is a blessing."

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According to TMZ, Nipsey Hussle was one of three people who were shot in front of his clothing store. He was 33-years-old.

This is an ongoing investigation. </s> Grammy-nominated and widely respected West Coast rapper Nipsey Hussle was killed outside his Los Angeles clothing store, Mayor Eric Garcetti tweeted Sunday.

Police confirmed three men were shot Sunday and one of them killed outside Marathon Clothing, the store Hussle owns. All three men were taken to hospitals, where one of them was declared dead.

Police didn't say that 33-year-old Hussle was the person who died. Representatives for the rapper didn't immediately respond to emails seeking confirmation.

Police said the other two men were in stable condition. The gunman fled, and no arrests have been made.

Garcetti tweeted, "Our hearts are with the loved ones of Nipsey Hussle."

Hussle, whose real name was Ermias Ashgedom, released successful mixtapes and earned a Grammy nomination for his 2018 major-label debut album.

He tweeted only a couple hours before the incident: "Having strong enemies is a blessing."

This is a developing news story. Check back here for more updates. </s> Rapper Nipsey Hussle has died after being shot multiple times outside of his clothing store, Marathon, in the Hyde Park neighborhood of South Los Angeles. He was 33-years-old.

According to The Blast, the Los Angeles Police Department said that on Sunday, March 31, Hussle and two other men were shot at 3:20 p.m. and were then rushed to a nearby hospital. One man was pronounced dead, while the other two gunshot victims were said to be in stable condition.

A separate report from The Blast, confirming Hussle’s death, revealed that his “baby mama” was informed of his passing and was notifying friends and family members.

He reportedly has two children.

“We’re told everyone close to him is understandably shaken by the news of his death,” said the media outlet.

Meanwhile, TMZ is reporting that the incident is gang-related since Hussle has reported ties to the Crips. Additionally, the media site was told by law enforcement officials that the main suspect is a black male in his 20s, who approached the rapper on foot, fired his weapon multiple times, and then fled the scene in a vehicle waiting nearby that was reportedly driven by a female.

Right before he was shot, Hussle posted a cryptic message on Twitter in which he said that “having strong enemies is a blessing.”

Hussle was born Ermias Davidson Asghedom in South Los Angeles’ Crenshaw neighborhood. He released several mixtapes, starting in 2005, but just one full-length studio album, 2018’s Victory Lap. The record earned him a Best Rap Album nomination at the 61st Grammy Awards.

The entertainer also tried his hand at acting, appearing in the film, Caged Animal, and in a 2015 episode of The CW series, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.

ABC7 reported that Hussle opened up the Marathon Clothing store in June of 2017 at a star-studded event that was attended by notable rappers and NBA players Russell Westbrook and DeMarcus Cousins.

The news outlet stated that a shooting and a stabbing allegedly took place at the shop on September 14, 2018. However, when police officers arrived at the scene, they did not find any suspects or victims, and witnesses — including store employees — were uncooperative.

Upon learning about Hussle’s death, singer Rihanna shared her condolences on Twitter.

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Two other people were wounded in the shooting outside Marathon Clothing, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing law enforcement sources.

According to the newspaper, Hussle, 33, was shot multiple times and rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

His death sent shockwaves through the U.S. entertainment world, with celebrities posting memories of the musician on social media.

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“This doesn’t make any sense!” the singer Rihanna wrote on Twitter. “My spirit is shaken by this!”

This doesn’t make any sense! My spirit is shaken by this! Dear God may His spirit Rest In Peace and May You grant divine comfort to all his loved ones! 💔🙏🏿

I’m so sorry this happened to you @nipseyhussle pic.twitter.com/rKZ2agxm2a Story continues below — Rihanna (@rihanna) April 1, 2019

The performer and producer Pharrell Williams wrote on Twitter that Hussle was a “positive” force who “inspired millions.”

You were about something..positive and for your community in every chance you had to speak..and because of that You inspired millions..millions who will uphold your legacy forever. rest amongst the stars. 🙏🏾 https://t.co/7gZ795wcQT — Pharrell Williams (@Pharrell) April 1, 2019

The musician Drake said he and Hussle had talked about recording a song later in the year. “You were having the best run and I was so happy watching from distance,” Drake wrote in a message on Instagram.

The Los Angeles Police Department said in a statement that a shooting was reported about 3:20 p.m. PDT in the area of Slauson Avenue and Crenshaw Boulevard, and that three victims were transported to a hospital where one was pronounced dead.

A police department dispatcher declined to confirm the identity of the victims and a spokesman did not respond to questions.

Hussle, whose real name was Ermias Asghedom, grew up in south Los Angeles and often talked about being in a street gang during his teenage years. He had since become a community organizer, according to media reports.

His debut studio album, Victory Lap was nominated for Best Rap Album at this year’s Grammy Awards.
American rapper Nipsey Hussle is shot and killed outside a Los Angeles clothing store. Two other people with him were also shot and wounded.