Latin Artist, 22, Fatally Shot in Northridge Ambush
Tragedy struck the Latin music community when 22-year-old Maria de la Rosa was fatally shot in an ambush in Northridge. This incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning, around 1:25 a.m.
Details of the Incident
The Los Angeles Police Department reported that de la Rosa was shot while sitting in a car on Bryant Street near Tampa Avenue. Multiple rounds were fired at the vehicle, and witnesses observed two men approaching the car just before the shooting.
Following the attack, de la Rosa was rushed to a nearby hospital but sadly succumbed to her injuries. The condition of the others in the vehicle remains unclear, and the suspects have not yet been identified.
Maria de la Rosa’s Musical Journey
Maria de la Rosa was an emerging artist who went by the stage name DELAROSA. She launched her first single, “No me llames” (“Don’t Call Me”), in August. Her Instagram account, boasting over 40,000 followers, displayed her passion for music. Her most recent post featured her in a recording studio, preparing for more releases.
Community Reaction
The music community has expressed profound sorrow over her death. Renowned figures such as music producer Jimmy Humilde and Juan Moises, lead singer of Los Gemelos de Sinaloa, shared heartfelt messages of condolence. Times J Martinez, a producer and engineer, lamented the violence that led to her untimely demise, stating in Spanish, “Me duele que haya sido con violencia,” which translates to “It hurts that it happened with violence.”
Investigation Ongoing
The motive behind Maria de la Rosa’s shooting remains unknown. Authorities are actively investigating the case but have not made any arrests thus far. Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to reach out to the Valley Bureau homicide detectives at (818) 374-9550. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to (800) 222-8477 or through the Crime Stoppers website.
