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DC rapper killed in Maryland shooting, family says
An up-and-coming D.C. rapper was shot and killed in Hyattsville, Maryland. His family spoke with FOX 5's Bob Barnard.
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. - A rising D.C. rap artist known as "3coMMa$" was shot dead near the Commanders' stadium in a brazen daytime attack Thursday, leaving family and friends reeling and police scrambling to catch the killer.
Treshaun, a father of three and promising figure in D.C.'s hip-hop scene, was killed shortly before noon on Atlee Drive, about half a mile from Northwest Stadium.
Police say he was found with multiple gunshot wounds and, despite their life-saving attempts, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The rapper’s sister, Dana Sparrow, told FOX 5 that the tragedy is an unimaginable blow to the family, especially coming just a year after their mother’s death from cancer.
"He was good — a father of three boys, the second oldest of our mother’s four kids. It’s heartbreaking," Sparrow said.
Friends and family members gathered in disbelief at the scene, with some speculating on a possible motive.
"They’re jealous," Dana said. "My brother was up and coming, light-skinned, getting money, doing his thing. They was hating."
Neighbors reported hearing a barrage of gunshots — one local, Sharnee Wallace, said she initially thought they were fireworks.
"It just kept going," Wallace said. "I was like, those aren’t fireworks...about 15 or 20 [shots]."
The search for suspects and a motive continues as police urge anyone with information to step forward.
Dana noted the grim reality of life in the District, saying, "We’re dealing with a lot right now, but karma’s coming for whoever did this."
Prince George’s County police are asking anyone with tips to contact Crime Solvers immediately.
FOX 5's Bob Barnard contributed to this report.