Tee Grizzley's Manager/Aunt Killed In Shooting
By Chad Weiser on August 21, 2019 at 1:51 PM EDT
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Rap star Tee Grizzley was reportedly targeted in a shooting in Detroit that tragically took the life of a close business associate and family member.
According to reports, the "First Day Out" rapper's Cadillac Escalade was shot up during a drive-by in his hometown.
Tee Grizzley's manager Jobina "JB" Brown was sitting in the backseat and allegedly hit by a hail of bullets. She was rushed to the hospital and unfortunately could not be saved.
According to reports, Grizzley and JB were heading from the studio to the casino in an Uber but made a stop along the way.
Grizzley was inside of a house when the shooter arrived on foot, opened the back door of the Uber and began shooting. The shooter reportedly took off after the gunfire.
Grizzley's status is currently unknown, and it is being reported that he was the intended target.
The horrible news spread fast through the music world, and stars are already reaching out to send their condolences.
T.I. sent his condolences to Grizzley by posting a heartfelt message on his Instagram.
T.I. wrote, "They place the heaviest loads on the strongest backs... Our prayers & condolences lil bro... Stay strong... I’m here if you need me King."