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Florida Rapper Foolio Shot and Killed During Birthday Celebration

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Florida rapper Foolio tragically killed in a shooting during his 26th birthday celebration in Tampa. Find out more about the shocking incident.

Florida rapper Foolio, also known as Charles Jones, met a tragic end during his 26th birthday celebration in Tampa. The rising star was shot and killed at a Holiday Inn near the University of South Florida, leaving three others injured. His attorney, Lewis Fusco, confirmed the devastating news to CBS News affiliate WTSP. The Jacksonville rapper's untimely death has sent shockwaves through the music community with fans mourning the loss of a promising talent.

Known by his stage name Julio Foolio, Charles Jones II was a prominent figure in the local rap scene. His sudden demise at the hands of an unknown assailant has left fans and fellow artists in disbelief. The shooting took place in what was supposed to be a night of celebration but ended in tragedy. Julio Foolio's attorney described the incident as an 'ambush,' shedding light on the unexpected turn of events that cut short the young artist's promising career.

In the aftermath of Foolio's death, tributes poured in from fans and colleagues, highlighting the impact he had on the music industry. His lawyer's confirmation of the shooting at the Tampa hotel where Foolio was celebrating adds a somber tone to the already devastating news. The loss of yet another talented artist to gun violence serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those in the music industry.

Foolio's legacy as a young and promising rapper will forever be remembered by his fans and peers. His untimely death has sparked conversations about gun violence and the need for better protection for artists in the industry. The tragic end to his birthday celebration serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the fleeting nature of fame in the music world.

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Florida rapper Foolio killed in shooting during birthday celebration (USA TODAY)

Florida rapper Foolio was killed Sunday morning in a shooting that left three others hospitalized. The rapper was celebrating his 26th birthday.

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Florida rapper Julio Foolio shot and killed at Tampa hotel, lawyer says (CBS News)

His lawyer, Lewis Fusco, confirmed his death to CBS News affiliate WTSP in Tampa​.

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Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio shot and killed in Tampa, attorney ... (The Florida Times-Union)

Foolio, real name Charles Jones II, has been shot and killed at a Holiday Inn across from the University of South Florida, according to his attorney.

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Rapper Foolio killed in Tampa shooting (NBC News)

Jacksonville rapper Foolio, whose real name is Charles Jones, was shot and killed Sunday morning in Tampa, his lawyer confirmed.

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Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio fatally shot in Tampa while ... (ActionNewsJax.com)

Prominent local rapper Charles Jones, known by his stage name Julio Foolio, was reportedly shot and killed on Sunday while celebrating his 26th birthday in ...

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Florida rapper Julio Foolio shot and killed in Tampa, two days after ... (Hindustan Times)

Florida rapper Julio Foolio, whose real name is Charles Jones, was shot and killed in Tampa on Sunday, according to his attorney.

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Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio shot, killed in Tampa 'ambush ... (WJXT News4JAX)

Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio was shot and killed in Tampa early Sunday, his attorney Lewis Fusco confirmed with News4JAX.

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Jacksonville Rapper Foolio Reportedly Killed In Sunday Morning ... (Forbes)

A Florida rapper who went by the name “Foolio” died Sunday morning, hours after celebrating his birthday party in Tampa.

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Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio fatally shot in Tampa while ... (WFTV Orlando)

Prominent local rapper Charles Jones, known by his stage name Julio Foolio, was reportedly shot and killed on Sunday while celebrating his 26th birthday in ...

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Local anti-violence advocate speaks up against death of Julio Foolio (ActionNewsJax.com)

Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio also known as Charles Jones is dead. Tampa Police confirmed he was shot and killed this weekend while celebrating his 26th ...

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Crime analyst says retaliation is possible after death of Jacksonville ... (WJXT News4JAX)

Charles Jones, who went by the rap name “Julio Foolio” died and three others are in stable condition after a shooting in a hotel parking lot in Tampa.

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Rapper Julio Foolio shot dead in Florida, lawyer says (BBC News)

The musician was celebrating his 26th birthday when he was "ambushed" in a car park, a representative says.

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A life making headlines: a timeline of Foolio in the spotlight leading ... (FirstCoastNews.com WTLV-WJXX)

Charles Jones, known professionally as Julio Foolio, had been shot at least three times in the past four years before being fatally shot Sunday morning in ...

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Florida rapper Foolio, 26, killed in car park shooting (The Guardian)

Rapper who amassed tens of millions of streams for his emotional trap music was reportedly ambushed outside a Tampa hotel.

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