Police are searching for a suspect in the murder of rapper Chris King in Nashville over the weekend.
Police revealed that a 19-year-old felon named Adrian Cameron Jr. was linked to the tragic incident that occurred in the alley outside the music studio.
Cameron, who took off his ankle monitor after the incident, was out on bond for a previous murder case, authorities said.
The Nashville Police Department has stepped up efforts to find Cameron and has issued a criminal homicide warrant in connection with the fatal shooting.
Detectives are trying to find 19-year-old Adrian Cameron, who is accused of murdering Christopher Cheeks outside a music studio in Hayes St. Cameron, who was out on bail for the 2021 murder of Josh Evans, had an ankle monitor on him at the time of the fatal shooting. Do you know where he is? Please call 615-742-7463 pic.twitter.com/qGvHF8Tw8r
— Nashville Metropolitan Police Department (@MNPDNashville) April 23, 2024
Two other suspects are believed to have been involved in the robbery that led to the fatal shooting, which also injured a 29-year-old man.
King, a California native who came to Nashville specifically to attend the Nashville Cannabis Festival, was allegedly shot and killed by Cameron, who was out on bail for the 2021 murder.
The shockwaves of Chris King’s passing are being felt deeply across the music and entertainment world.
Celebrities and close associates of the late rapper, including Keke Palmer, Machine Gun Kelly, Justin Bieber and Trippie Redd, have all publicly expressed their grief.
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“Chris King! I wish I had more photos but it’s actually perfect because that’s exactly how it started. 2Much days of iChat sessions with you and Marcel. Wow. I can’t believe what I’m saying RIP,” Keke Palmer shared.
“This sucks. I don’t really know what to say. I just want to share that I love you and I remember all the city walks, jungle moments. That was my high school. When we were babies, everyone knew you A true rockstar. We were kids! and you always knew how to make everyone laugh. No matter what room you were in, your kindness was there and everyone wanted to be your friend. Until we meet again, rest in peace brother in heaven,” she added.
As the investigation continues, law enforcement officials are urging the public to come forward with any information that may be helpful.
