Rapper PnB Rock was fatally shot in a public incident confirmed by the Los Angeles Police Department. The shooting happened in a Los Angeles restaurant district while he was dining with his girlfriend. The venue was Roscoe’s Chicken & Waffles, a well known local spot in the southern part of the city. The assailant demanded jewelry and opened fire when the request was refused, according to police statements.
Authorities are reviewing security camera footage to determine the exact words exchanged before the attack and to identify the gunman. The suspect fled the scene in a vehicle and entered a nearby parking lot through a side entrance. Police are also examining nearby business surveillance to build a clearer picture of the sequence of events and the attacker’s movements following the shooting.
The attack occurred around mid-afternoon with emergency responders rushing PnB Rock to a local hospital. He died approximately 45 minutes after arriving at the facility. The case has prompted further scrutiny of security at popular dining venues in the area and heightened concern about violent incidents impacting artists in major American cities.
Previously, social media posts from the artist’s partner hinted at their location and activities ahead of the incident. PnB Rock, born Rakim Allen, had built a career in the American hip hop scene with tracks such as Fleek and Everyday We Lit. The artist continued to release new music, including the single Luv Me Again released two days before this report, and he had collaborated with notable names in the industry.
The city has seen other violent episodes in the music community in recent weeks, reinforcing calls for enhanced security measures around performances and recording sessions. In another related case, a separate shooting involving a producer and a rapper occurred near Hollywood, drawing broader attention to the risks associated with high-profile music industry activities in Los Angeles.