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- The rising Latin singer known as DELAROSA, whose real name was Maria De La Rosa, was shot and killed in Los Angeles early Saturday in...
- She was only 22 years old and had been gaining attention in the music world for her emotional vocals and growing online presence.
- According to Los Angeles police, the shooting happened around 1:25 a.m.
- in the Northridge area.
The rising Latin singer known as DELAROSA, whose real name was Maria De La Rosa, was shot and killed in Los Angeles early Saturday in what police describe as an ambush-style attack. She was only 22 years old and had been gaining attention in the music world for her emotional vocals and growing online presence.
According to Los Angeles police, the shooting happened around 1:25 a.m. in the Northridge area. DELAROSA was sitting inside a parked car with two men when two suspects walked up to the vehicle and opened fire without warning. All three people in the car were struck by bullets. DELAROSA was taken to a nearby hospital but died from her injuries. The two men who were with her remain in critical condition.
Investigators say they are still working to understand why the group was targeted. No arrests have been made, and police have not shared details about a possible motive. Detectives are now reviewing nearby security cameras and interviewing witnesses in the area in hopes of identifying the gunmen.
DELAROSA had been building momentum in her career in recent months. She released a single called “No Me Llames” in August and had been active in the studio, sharing glimpses of new work with her followers as recently as late October. Friends and fans say she was dedicated to her craft and determined to make a name for herself in the industry.
News of her death spread quickly across social media, where fellow artists and supporters posted tributes mourning the loss of a young talent whose career was just beginning. Many expressed disbelief, describing her as warm, hardworking, and filled with potential.
The tragedy also adds to growing concerns about violence in Los Angeles, where several high-profile attacks in recent years have drawn national attention. Community members say the sudden death of a young artist serves as another reminder of how unpredictable and devastating gun violence can be.
Police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. As the investigation continues, fans and loved ones are left grieving a life cut short far too soon.
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