The Tampa Police Department has confirmed that American rapper Julio Foolio, also known as Charles Jones, was fatally shot during the early hours of Sunday morning while celebrating his 26th birthday in the parking lot of a Holiday Inn in Tampa.
His lawyer, Lewis Fusco, confirmed this tragic incident to CBS News affiliate WTSP-TV.
The shooting took place after Jones and a group were asked to leave an Airbnb due to exceeding occupancy limits during a pool party celebration earlier on Saturday.
Social media posts from Julio Foolio earlier in the day had advertised the pool party at the Airbnb. After their eviction from the Airbnb, the group moved to the Holiday Inn where the shooting occurred.
In addition to Julio Foolio, three other individuals were injured but are currently in stable condition.
Notably, Jones had previously survived shooting incidents in 2020, 2021, and 2023, according to First Coast News.
It is imperative to acknowledge the recent passing of American rapper and former 1017 Records artist, Enchanting, who died at the age of 26. Channing Nicole Larry, her real name, was transferred to the ICU after reportedly suffering cardiac arrest due to an overdose. A representative for Enchanting confirmed her passing, expressing her efforts to seek help and the support provided during her final days.