Florida musician Julio Foolio shot and killed at a Tampa hotel. Lawyer claims

Florida musician Julio Foolio shot and killed at a Tampa hotel. Lawyer claims

The lawyer for his client, Lewis Fusco, confirmed his death to CBS News affiliate WTSP in Tampa.

By Hunter Geisel

Florida rapper Julio Foolio shot and killed in Tampa 00:27
TAMPA, Fla. — Florida hip-hop artist Julio Foolio was shot and killed in the Tampa park lot at a hotel on Sunday early in the morning.

The lawyer for his client, Lewis Fusco, confirmed his death to CBS News affiliate WTSP-TV in Tampa.

At 4.40 a.m., Tampa police officers were called to a shooting that was reported by the Holiday Inn Tampa North, which two vehicles had been shot, which resulted in four people being struck by gunshots, Tampa Police spokesperson Jonee Lewis announced at a press conference.

A victim is believed to be Charles Jones, 26 However, police stated the identity of the victim is still being confirmed through an medical examiner. As per WTSP, Jones is Foolio’s legal name.

Three others were wounded during the shooting.

Fusco reported to WTSP that Foolio had been in Tampa for his birthday celebration at an Airbnb. He was told to leave due to the fact that there were too many guests at the home. He later was taken to the Holiday Inn, where he was believed to have been ambushed, Fusco told WTSP.

Foolio is a popular Instagram user who has more than 1 million users on Instagram posted as well as promoted his Instagram page that the man was in Tampa to celebrate his birthday.

Hotel guests weren’t evacuated, but the police were at the scene to help in the event of a need, Lewis said.

Police are urging citizens to submit any videos or information to help with the investigation.

“If you saw something or heard something any little detail can help us figure out what happened this morning,” Lewis explained.

The public can reach directly the Tampa Police Department at (813)231-6130.

Hunter Geisel

Hunter Geisel is a digital producer at CBS Miami. Hunter has produced digital content for national and local media outlets, covering a range of subjects ranging from breaking news and current events, to pop culture and politics.

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