CHICAGO — Rising Chicago rapper DMG Lil Deuce was shot and killed just hours ago on the city’s South Side, sending shockwaves through the local music community and sparking renewed concerns over gun violence in the area.
According to Chicago police, the shooting occurred near 91st Street and Cottage Grove Avenue late Thursday evening. Officers responded to multiple calls of gunfire and arrived to find the 24-year-old artist suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency responders transported him to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Authorities have not released details on potential suspects or motives, and the investigation remains ongoing. No arrests had been made as of early Friday morning.
Lil Deuce, whose real name has not yet been officially released by authorities, had been gaining recognition in Chicago’s drill and rap scene, known for his energetic style and storytelling about life on the city’s South and West Sides. He was closely associated with the DMG collective, a group of young artists building a strong following both locally and online. His recent singles had begun circulating widely on streaming platforms, with fans praising his raw authenticity and drive.
News of his death quickly spread across social media, with fellow artists, fans, and community members expressing heartbreak and disbelief. “We just lost another young voice way too soon,” one friend wrote in tribute. “Lil Deuce was on his way up — he had so much talent, and it’s tragic to see it end like this.”
Residents near the scene of the shooting described a chaotic and frightening night. “I heard at least 10 shots,” said one neighbor who asked not to be named. “When I came outside, people were screaming and running. It’s sad because these kids don’t even get a chance to live their lives.”
Community leaders have also spoken out, calling Lil Deuce’s death another painful reminder of the toll gun violence continues to take on Chicago’s neighborhoods. The South Side, and particularly areas near Cottage Grove, has seen a recent spike in shootings, adding urgency to ongoing conversations about public safety and youth outreach.
This marks yet another high-profile loss for Chicago’s music community, which has seen several promising rappers’ lives cut short in recent years. Advocates argue that while the city’s rap scene produces incredible talent, it is also deeply entwined with the struggles of poverty, violence, and lack of opportunity.
As fans leave flowers, candles, and handwritten messages near the corner of 91st and Cottage Grove, tributes continue to pour in online. Many described Lil Deuce not just as an artist, but as a friend, brother, and motivator who pushed others to chase their dreams.
Chicago police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.
For now, the community mourns yet another young life lost — a rapper whose future once looked bright, silenced by violence in the very city that inspired his music.
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