The music industry is mourning the tragic loss of 22-year-old singer Maria De La Rosa, who was shot and killed in what police describe as an ambush-style murder in Los Angeles.
The Fatal Shooting Incident
Maria De La Rosa, who performed under the stage name DELAROSA, was identified as one of three victims in the fatal shooting that occurred on Saturday, November 22. According to the Los Angeles Police Department press release, the incident took place at approximately 1:25 a.m. local time near Bryant Street east of Tampa Avenue in Northridge.
Police received multiple reports of gunfire in the area, with witnesses describing a horrifying scene where two male suspects approached a vehicle parked on Bryant Street before firing multiple rounds into the car. The attack appeared to be a calculated ambush, leaving the young singer with fatal gunshot wounds.
Aftermath and Investigation
Despite being rushed to a local hospital, Maria De La Rosa succumbed to her injuries. The two other victims involved in the shooting remain in critical condition, fighting for their lives. As of now, police have not made any arrests in connection with the case, and the motive behind the brutal attack remains unclear.
The investigation continues as authorities search for the two male suspects responsible for cutting short the promising career of the 22-year-old artist.
Remembering Maria De La Rosa
In her final Instagram post dated October 30, the aspiring star had teased new music in Latin, writing in a translated message: "Busy cookin in the Stu. don't call me. It's about that time." She had released her last song, "No Me Llames" in August, showcasing her growing talent in the music industry.
Since news of her tragic death broke, tributes have flooded social media platforms, with friends, family, and fans expressing their grief and sharing memories of the young singer.
One particularly touching tribute came from Devin Christiansen, who shared how he met De La Rosa at a gym approximately nine to ten years ago when he "had absolutely nothing." He recalled how the singer saw his potential and helped him find an agency to jumpstart his career.
"I couldn't be thankful enough to have met her at a time when I was at my lowest," Christiansen wrote in a message reshared by Deyanira De La Rosa, who appears to be a relative of the deceased, through the late singer's Instagram Stories.
He expressed his shock upon realizing that the shooting victim he had heard about was actually Maria, saying "Come to find out by one of my partners that it was Deyaniras daughter Maria." His heartfelt message concluded with a call for prayers for the family during this difficult time.
The music community has lost a rising talent in Maria De La Rosa, whose life was tragically cut short at only 22 years old, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and promising musical talent.
