Too $hort’s brother, Wayne Shaw, tragically lost his life in a fatal shooting in Oakland while reportedly guarding a suspected marijuana grow operation.
Wayne Shaw, aged 61 and the older sibling of famed rapper Too $hort, was fatally shot on a fateful Wednesday morning (January 29) in Oakland.
The tragic incident unfolded around 7 A.M. at the intersection of 49th Avenue and East 12th Street in East Oakland, as per various reports.
Reports suggest that Shaw was keeping watch over the alleged marijuana grow operation when the shocking shooting occurred. Multiple assailants purportedly attempted to break into the premise, likely with intentions of robbery, while Shaw was asleep inside the warehouse.
Upon confronting the intruders, Shaw was met with a barrage of gunfire. Responding officers discovered him with multiple gunshot wounds, and despite efforts to save him, Shaw succumbed to his injuries at a nearby hospital, law enforcement revealed.
The perpetrators fled the scene in a vehicle whose details remain undisclosed, and as of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Subsequent investigations revealed markers and shell casings strewn across the vicinity, indicating the violent confrontation that took place. Notably, a bullet-riddled Honda Civic abandoned at 50th Avenue and International Boulevard was linked to the tragic episode, with the vehicle’s rightful owner confirming it had been stolen the night prior to the shooting.
Authorities are delving into the warehouse and Shaw's involvement with the property in their ongoing probe.
Appeals have been made by Oakland police urging anyone privy to information about the incident to come forward to aid in the investigation.
The heartbreaking incident unfolded close to “Too $hort Way,” a street name change in homage to the renowned rapper in 2022.
In the wake of this tragedy, Too $hort has yet to publicly speak out on his brother’s untimely passing, as fans inundate his recent social media posts with messages of solace and support.
During these dark times, AllHipHop extends its heartfelt condolences to Too $hort, his family, and those affected by this grievous loss.