Malikyh Person, 17, known by some as Lil Black, was shot in the early morning of July 10, 2019, in the 8600 block of Diane Court in Manassas, Virginia. Police were called at 5:28 a.m.; officers found the teenager with a gunshot wound and he was taken to a nearby hospital, where he died.

Authorities said the discharge of a firearm caused the fatal injury. Although police initially indicated no foul play was suspected, the inquiry continued and later led to the arrest of another 17-year-old male from Washington, D.C.; his name was not released because of his age. That teen was charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with Malikyh Person’s death and the investigation remained ongoing.

The community and family mourned the loss of the aspiring teen rapper. If anyone has information about what happened that morning, please share any tips with local investigators.