Julio Foolio, a popular Florida rapper whose real name is Charles Jones, tragically lost his life in a shooting incident that took place in a hotel parking lot in Tampa. The incident occurred during a weekend of birthday celebrations that Julio Foolio had been promoting on his social media platforms. Along with Julio Foolio, three other individuals were also wounded in the shooting, according to the police.
Representative Lewis Fusco, from the Fusco Law Group based in Jacksonville, confirmed the devastating news of Julio Foolio’s passing. It was revealed that Julio Foolio had been staying at an Airbnb, but was asked to leave due to exceeding occupancy limits. Subsequently, he made his way to a Holiday Inn hotel where the tragic shooting took place.
The Tampa Police Department received a 911 call around 4:40 a.m. reporting the shooting at 11606 McKinley Drive. Upon arriving at the scene, the police discovered two vehicles that had been targeted in the shooting. The three individuals who were injured were promptly taken to the hospital and were reported to be in stable condition.
Julio Foolio, known for his large following on Instagram and Spotify, had been actively promoting his birthday events on social media. His Instagram post on June 14 mentioned an “air bnb pool party” on June 21, followed by an official birthday celebration at an adult entertainment club the next day. Unfortunately, some of the comments on his post had hinted at potential violence during the events.
Prior to this tragic incident, Julio Foolio had shared stories of surviving previous attacks and even being shot in the foot. In a post from January, he mentioned having experienced five attempts on his life, although these claims have not been independently verified by sources.
The police are currently investigating the shooting and are working towards identifying those responsible. As of Monday morning, there have been no updates regarding any arrests made or the motive behind the shooting. The Hillsborough County Medical Examiner Department has refrained from releasing any information due to the ongoing criminal investigation.
The untimely death of Julio Foolio has sent shockwaves through the music industry and among his fans. His vibrant presence and promising career have been abruptly cut short, leaving many to mourn his loss and seek justice for the senseless act of violence that took his life. As the investigation unfolds, more details may emerge to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.