Boosie popped out to Akron, Ohio, to bless his fans with a club performance on Sunday (March 9). However, things went left mid-show when shots rang out in the club. A now-viral video shows security springing into action to get the rapper to safety. He reportedly suffered no injuries, but the case differs for at least three people.
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Shooting At Ohio Club Cuts Boosie’s Performance Short
From the looks of it, Boosie had a full house when he took the stage at Field House Lounge in Akron, OH. The circulating clip shows the rapper wearing a red hoodie and dark pants. He was cheesing, listening to fans rap his songs, and cheering. All of a sudden, there was a pop. Boosie immediately ducked and stumbled backward as a security guard snatched him into a bear hug. The video then pivots to a panicked crowd stooping and seeking exits as more shots rang out.
Details On Suspect & Injuries From Lounge Shooting
Akron police are still working to determine a motive for the Field House Lounge shooting, per TMZ. They believe it started with an altercation and escalated while Boosie was on stage. No suspects have been identified aside from gender. At this time, PD also believes the male suspect used a semiautomatic weapon to fire at least two shots. Investigators reportedly collected shell casings at the crime scene and are following up on surveillance footage.
Meanwhile, three people sustained gunshot injuries in the attack. Two men, ages 18 and 36, were in critical condition as of Monday, per Cleveland 19 News. Additionally, a bullet grazed a 25-year-old man. All three have received medical treatment, but their names are not yet public.
Field House Lounge Releases Statement About Incident
Boosie has yet to update his fans online following the shooting. However, on Monday, the lounge where it occurred spoke out via its social media platforms. On Instagram, Field House staff turned off the comment section.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that took place at our establishment last night. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone affected by this event. To our loyal customers and supporters, we sincerely apologize for the fear and distress this incident has caused. The safety and well-being of our guests are always our top priority, and we are committed to doing everything in our power to prevent something like this from ever happening again.”
However, the lounge staff didn’t explain what, if any, changes to their security protocol. It’s also unclear if the establishment plans to aid any of the three shooting victims or their families.
