Aab Hellabandz, a Chicago rapper known for his links to Blac Chyna, was shot-and-killed at the Cameo nightclub in Miami in the early hours of May 11. Hellabandz death was confirmed in a tweet from fellow Chicago rapper Lil Durk. Durk wrote, “Rip to my dawg ? love you 4ever hella Bandz.”
Aab Hellabandz was 18 years old. On his Instagram page, Hellabandz referred to himself as a “Living Legend” and the “King of Kings Lord of Lords.” He adds, “#Remembereverybodyaintloyaly.”
Here’s what you need to know:
1. 2 Others Were Shot During the Attack That Killed Aab Hellabandz
NBC Miami reports that three people were shot in the shooting that killed Hellabandz. The shooting occurred at around 2:45 a.m. The attack occurred close to the Cameo nightclub in the 200 block of Espinola Way in Miami Beach. A police officer responded to the scene after hearing the gunfire, the NBC-affiliate said. The report also said that the other men shot in the attack were expected to survive. He was being treated at Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center.
2. 2 Cop Cars Crashed Into Each Other While Chasing the Suspects in the Shooting of Hellabandz
https://twitter.com/MiamiBeachPD/status/1127151107279609856
In a statement, the Miami Beach Police Department said, “A potential subject vehicle was located not far from the scene. While another fled. A pursuit ensued. Our officer witnessed an occupant display a firearm from within the vehicle and later lost sight of that vehicle. A third vehicle was located near 83 Street and Collins Avenue which also fled.” A third police car that joined the chase to for the suspects ended up causing a crash with another police cruiser. The officers in both cars received minor injuries.
3. Hellabandz Is Believed to Have Paid Blac Chyna $50k to Pretend to Be His Girlfriend
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In March 2019. rumors emerged that Hellabandz was dating Blac Chyna, mother to Rob Kardashian’s child. Black Sports Online reported that Aab Hellabandz had paid Chyna $50,000 to pretend to be his girlfriend for two weeks.
4. The Shooting in Miami Came Less Than 24 Hours After a Drive-By Shooting Targeted Young Thug’s Entourage in the City
Less than 24 hours before Hellabandz death, rapper Young Thug’s entourage survived a drive-by shooting attempt in Miami. Local media reported that authorities do not believe that Young Thug was being targeted in the attack.
5. Hellabandz Is Being Mourned as an Up & Coming Star in Chicago’s Drill Scene
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As news of Hellabandz’s death spread, fans and fellow rappers have taken to social media to mourn the teenage star. Here are some of the most poignant messages:
https://twitter.com/TRAPAHOLICS/status/1127262106087247874
https://twitter.com/TreyDa6reat/status/1127244688866664448
https://twitter.com/Oochie_visuals/status/1127245384210759680
https://twitter.com/SlimGGM/status/1127205376330432512
https://twitter.com/Ertvmedia/status/1127245733848072193
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Aab Hellabandz Killed: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know