The Latest: Nipsey Hussle died from gunshots to head, torso
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Latest on the shooting death of rapper Nipsey Hussle (all times local):
3 p.m.
Investigators say rapper Nipsey Hussle died from gunshot wounds to his head and torso.
The Los Angeles County coroner released the findings after completing an autopsy Monday on Hussle, whose real name is Ermias Asghedom.
The autopsy ruled Hussle’s death a homicide.
The 33-year-old was standing outside the clothing store he opened in the Los Angeles neighborhood Sunday afternoon where he grew up when a gunman opened fire, killing him and injuring two others.
Police have not announced any arrests or identified any suspects in the case.
Hussle was a beloved figure both his neighborhood and the hip-hop community, and his death brought mourning and tributes from politicians , musicians and professional athletes.
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Nipsey Hussle is being mourned for much more than his music.
The rapper was shot and killed Sunday in the same Los Angeles neighborhood where he grew up. California Sen. Kamala Harris and LA Mayor Eric Garcetti are among those paying tribute to him for his efforts to improve the impoverished Crenshaw community.
Hussle opened a store called Marathon Clothing that he hoped could be a seed for development. He was standing near the business when he was slain. Police have not identified a motive or suspect.
By Monday, hundreds of people gathered in front of the store to pay their respects. A memorial of candles, flowers and paintings took shape, and some of Hussle’s songs blared through speakers.
The 33-year-old built his reputation with mixtapes before a major-label breakthrough.