Rapper Young Dolph killed in Memphis shooting

The shooting took place at Makeda's Homemade Cookies in South Memphis on Wednesday afternoon, local station FOX News 13 reported.

Los Angeles: Rapper Young Dolph, popularly known for his 2020 album 'Rich Slave', died in a shooting in Memphis aged 36.

"All of us at APA are shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden and tragic loss of our dear friend and client, Young Dolph," an APA representative said in a statement to Variety.

"The world has lost an icon, a great man and beloved artist who has been taken too soon. His dedication, drive, hard work and loyalty to all those around him always came first and he will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this most difficult time."