Rapper Ralan Styles Killed in Columbus Robbery

Rapper Ralan Styles, whose real name was Michael Robinson, was fatally shot in Columbus, Ohio, during an attempted robbery where the perpetrator tried to steal his neck chain. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning, and Robinson was pronounced dead shortly after being found by police with multiple gunshot wounds. Mahamood Hassan, 24, was arrested and charged with Robinson's murder after witnesses identified him from a lineup and is currently being held in Franklin County Jail. Styles, known for his viral Baby Shark remix, was mourned by his brother, rapper Lil Goat, and friend Jared Krumm, who expressed their grief. Police expect more charges against Hassan as the investigation continues. Styles gained prominence in the hip-hop scene with his unique blend of melodic trap and RnB, with his career taking off in 2020 and culminating in the viral success of 'Baby Shark' in 2022.