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A 22-year-old woman killed in an ambush-style attack in Northridge has been identified as emerging Latin musician Maria De La Rosa, according to investigators and multiple reports. Two others remain critically injured as LAPD continues searching for the shooters.
The shooting happened just before 1:30 a.m. Saturday on Bryant Street, east of Tampa Avenue in Northridge, the Los Angeles Police Department Notes KTLA 5.
According to officers, witnesses saw two men walk up to a parked vehicle before opening fire.
Three people inside the car were hit. A woman was rushed to a hospital by a private party, where she later died.
LAPD initially described her as 20 years old before confirming her identity Monday as 22-year-old Maria De La Rosa. The other two victims remain unnamed and were last reported in critical condition.
Rising artist mourned
Preliminary reports indicate De La Rosa performed under the name DELAROSA, releasing the single “No Me Llames” in August.
Her most recent Instagram post — a studio photo set to her own music — suggested she was working on new material: “Ocupando cocinando en el Stu … Ya es tiempo.”
As news of her death spread, condolences filled the comments section, including messages from fans and industry figures such as Mexican-American record executive Jimmy Humilde, KTLA 5 notes.
Tragic toll of gun violence
Incidents like this highlight the ongoing toll of gun violence in communities across the country.
While circumstances vary from case to case, shootings routinely leave families grieving, neighborhoods shaken, and investigators searching for answers.
The emotional and social impact often extends far beyond the immediate victims, marking yet another reminder of how quickly lives can be changed by firearm violence.
Investigation ongoing
LAPD detectives say the motive for the ambush is still unclear, and as of early Monday afternoon, no arrests had been made. Police continue to review evidence and speak with witnesses, KTLA 5 reports.
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Simonyan or Detective Lopez of the Valley Bureau Homicide Unit at 818-374-9550. During nights and weekends, tipsters can call 310-726-7700 or 1-877-527-3247.
The killing has rattled the San Fernando Valley community and left fans grieving the loss of a young artist whose career had just begun to take shape.
Sources: KTLA 5
