A Young Rapper's Life Cut Short in LA

In a tragic turn of events, a young rapper lost his life in a shooting outside a smoke shop in South Los Angeles on Halloween night. The victim, known as Baby Uiie, was just 34 years old. He was the son of a well-known figure in the LA community, Eugene "Big U" Henley, who is currently facing serious charges. The shooting happened late Friday night at the corner of 69th Street and Figueroa Street. Police arrived to find a man with multiple gunshot wounds. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Witnesses say Baby Uiie had gone up to a car just before the shots were fired. The shooter got away, and the police are still looking for suspects. A few men wearing Texas Ranger-style hats were questioned, but no one has been arrested yet. News of Baby Uiie's death spread quickly on social media, with many fans paying their respects. He was known for his work on the track "Hood" with HoodRich Pablo Juan and Kenny Beats. Baby Uiie came from a family with deep ties to the LA rap and street scene. His father, Big U, is a major figure in the Rollin’ 60s gang and the founder of Big U Enterprise. He is currently in prison facing charges like racketeering, robbery, and fraud. Big U's friend, Luce Cannon, who is also in prison, said the news was devastating. He suggested that Baby Uiie might have known his killer. The rapper leaves behind his siblings, including Daiyan Henley, who plays for the Los Angeles Chargers. The police have not confirmed if the shooting was related to gang activity. This tragic event highlights the ongoing violence in certain communities and the complex lives of those involved in the rap and street world.