Rapper Wavy Navy Pooh killed in drive-by shooting in Miami; was known for ‘M.I.A.M.I. (Murder is a Major Issue)’ song
Peter Sblendorio
Rising rapper Wavy Navy Pooh, whose most popular song was “M.I.A.M.I. (Murder is a Major Issue),” died Friday in a drive-by shooting in Miami, police said.
The 27-year-old artist was declared dead by authorities who responded to the scene, CBS Miami reported, citing local officials.
“The victim, in this case, was at the intersection of 152 Street and 127th Avenue getting ready to make a right to go eastbound on 152 Street,” the Miami-Dade Police Department said. “When an unknown vehicle, a Lexus approached him from the driver’s side and opened fire and then fled westbound.”
Wavy Navy Pooh in July 2021 in Atlanta.
Wavy Navy Pooh in July 2021 in Atlanta. (Paras Griffin/)
Three other people in the rapper’s car, which included 1- and 5-year-old children, weren’t injured in the shooting, which occurred near Zoo Miami, officials said.
Authorities have not named a suspect, nor have they released a potential motive.
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Wavy Navy Pooh was from Miami. His real name was Shandler Antoine Beaubien.
“It is with great sadness & a heavy heart that we announce the loss of one of our beloved artist[s], Wavy Navy Pooh,” record label Quality Control Music said in an Instagram tribute. “Our thoughts & prayers are with the family at this time.”
