Cornel Callandret Jr, known by his stage name Lavish Rich, was 31 when he was fatally shot on the evening of August 16, 2023, in North Seattle. Born February 20, 1992, he built a music career from a childhood hobby—turning a closet into a makeshift studio—and later ran Rich Mob Entertainment while releasing multiple albums and touring in Seattle and California. He was also known for a clothing line and supported his family through his music.

The shooting prompted an immediate homicide investigation. In the days and weeks after the killing, authorities released no information about suspects or motive and no arrests had been announced. His death left his two children and community mourning a life and career cut short.

If anyone in North Seattle that night has information about what happened or knew Cornel, please come forward to assist the ongoing investigation.