Offset, Former Migos Rapper, Shot Outside Florida Casino

Rapper in stable condition after incident at Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:42pm

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Offset, a former member of the hip-hop trio Migos, was shot outside a Florida casino on Monday night and is in stable condition, according to a spokesperson. The incident occurred at the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, just north of Miami. Police detained two people, including rapper Lil Tjay, who was charged with disorderly conduct and driving without a valid license. The exact circumstances of the shooting are still under investigation.

Why it matters

This incident is the latest in a string of high-profile shootings involving hip-hop artists in recent years, raising ongoing concerns about violence and safety in the music industry. Offset's former Migos bandmate Takeoff was also fatally shot in 2022, underscoring the personal tragedies these artists and their communities have faced.

The details

According to police, the shooting followed a fight at the Seminole Hard Rock casino. One person was injured in the valet area, though authorities did not identify the victim. Two people were detained, including rapper Lil Tjay, who was charged with disorderly conduct and driving without a valid license. Lil Tjay's lawyer said he did not have a gun and was not charged with any weapons-related crimes.

  • The shooting occurred on Monday night, April 7, 2026, outside the Seminole Hard Rock casino in Hollywood, Florida.
  • Offset, a former member of Migos, was taken to the hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.

The players

Offset

A former member of the influential hip-hop trio Migos, known for his solo work and previous marriage to Cardi B.

Lil Tjay

A rapper from New York's South Bronx scene who was detained and charged with disorderly conduct and driving without a valid license in relation to the incident.

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What they’re saying

“Lil Tjay did not have a gun and was not charged with any weapons or gun-related crimes.”

— Dawn M. Florio, Lil Tjay's lawyer

What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and identify others involved. The second person detained has not been charged.

The takeaway

This shooting is the latest in a troubling pattern of violence involving hip-hop artists, underscoring the need for greater safety and security measures in the music industry to protect performers and their communities.