Saturday, 05 October 2024

Singer Dies After Being Shot While signing autographs

Singer Christina Grimmie, 22, who had competed on the US TV programme The Voice, has died of her wounds after being shot in Florida, police say.

They say a man opened fire on her when she was signing autographs for fans with Before You Exit band. Ms Grimmie was shot about 22:45 local time on Friday (02:45 GMT Saturday) at The Plaza Live in Orlando.
     
The assailant - who was tackled by Ms Grimmie's brother - then shot and killed himself. Christina died in a local hospital.

In 2014, Ms Grimmie finished third during season six of The Voice.

Police say Ms Grimmie was shot about 22:45 local time on Friday (02:45 GMT Saturday) at The Plaza Live in Orlando.

Source: BBC

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