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Florida Rapper Foolio Tragically Killed in Shooting During Birthday Celebration

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Florida rapper Foolio met a tragic fate during his birthday party, leaving fans and followers shocked.

Florida rapper Foolio, also known as Charles Jones II, met a tragic end on Sunday morning during his 26th birthday celebration. The shooting incident in Tampa not only claimed Foolio's life but also left three others hospitalized. His attorney, Lewis Fusco, confirmed the devastating news, sending shockwaves through the music industry.

The talented Jacksonville rapper, Foolio, whose real name was Charles Jones, was fatally shot at a Holiday Inn in Tampa, located near the University of South Florida. Known for his music and presence in the hip-hop community, Foolio's untimely death has sparked mourning and tributes from fans and fellow artists alike.

In the aftermath of Foolio's death, an anti-violence advocate in the local community spoke out against the tragic loss, highlighting the impact of such violence on young artists. The death of Julio Foolio, as he was fondly known, has raised concerns about potential retaliation and the need for heightened security in the music scene.

Charles Jones, the rising star in the rap scene, succumbed to gun violence on what should have been a joyous occasion. As investigations continue, the music world mourns the loss of a promising talent and advocates for safer environments in the industry.

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

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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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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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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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Rapper Known as Julio Foolio Is Fatally Shot in Florida (The New York Times)

The rapper, whose real name is Charles Jones, 26, had been celebrating his birthday at events that he had announced on social media.

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'They know who they are': Jacksonville sheriff keeping eye on ... (FirstCoastNews.com WTLV-WJXX)

After Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio's shooting death at Tampa hotel, Sheriff T.K. Waters said that police are keeping a close eye on rival "clashing" ...

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Julio Foolio dead: Rapper shot while celebrating birthday (Los Angeles Times)

Rapper Julio Foolio, real name Charles Jones, was shot and killed in a hotel parking lot in Tampa, Fla., after a weekend spent celebrating his 26th ...

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Jacksonville rapper shot, killed in Florida, attorney says. Who is Julio ... (The Florida Times-Union)

Jacksonville rap artist Julio Foolio, aka Charles Andrew Jones III, was reportedly shot and killed after his birthday party in Tampa.

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'We're cracking down:' Sheriff to monitor rivaling groups after Foolio ... (ActionNewsJax.com)

Jacksonville police are paying close attention to rival gangs after local rapper Julio Foolio was shot and killed in Tampa over the weekend.

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