US rapper killed in Chicago ambush, 6 gunmen fire more than 50 shots
Six gunmen fired more than 50 rounds in an early-morning ambush that killed Chicago drill rapper BloodHound Q50 at a Fuller Park gas station on Sunday, according to a preliminary Chicago police report cited by CBC Chicago.
The 22-year-old rapper, whose real name was Mikquale Cooper, was sitting in the driver's seat of a white 2019 Tesla at a BP station on South Wentworth Avenue shortly before 4 AM (local time) when he was targeted.
Police said two vehicles pulled alongside Cooper's Tesla and gunmen from both cars opened fire. More than 50 shots were fired before the attackers fled in a black Acura sedan and a silver Honda Accord towards the southbound Dan Ryan. An officer who reviewed surveillance footage said four of the suspected gunmen were dressed entirely in black. Another was wearing a green hoodie, while a sixth was dressed in a black hoodie.
No arrests have been announced. A gun was also recovered from Cooper, according to a law enforcement source cited by CBC Chicago.
Q50 had only begun pursuing music seriously in 2023, but quickly gained attention in Chicago's with tracks including "Big 3" and "Coffin".
His career gathered pace over the past year, with several projects released in quick succession. His albums "Hall of Fame" and "Bloody Storm" arrived in July, followed by "Get Back Or Die Trying" in August.
Known for his gritty, street-centred style, Q50 was emerging as a young voice in Chicago's music.
Q50 had also faced speculation about his safety weeks before the fatal shooting. In August, rumours circulated online claiming that he and several members of his crew had been shot in St Louis. The reports prompted widespread speculation on social media. Q50 later addressed the rumours himself, posting on social media to assure followers that he was safe.- EndsPublished By: Satyam SinghPublished On: Sep 13, 2026 21:36 IST
