Dwante B. Benson, a 24-year-old aspiring rapper from Minneapolis known by his stage name 'Poppy Loco,' was shot on September 12, 2017, in the 4300 block of 4th Avenue S. He succumbed to his injuries on September 16, 2017, at Hennepin County Medical Center. Benson was shot alongside a 21-year-old woman who survived the attack with a gunshot wound to her arm.
The incident occurred just a day after Benson's 24th birthday, when he had plans to shoot a music video.
Benson had been an active figure in the local hip-hop scene since 2013, gaining recognition for his music videos on YouTube. Despite his growing popularity, his life was cut short by the tragic shooting. The police have not disclosed a motive for the shooting, and no arrests were made immediately following the incident.
In a related development, bullets found at the scene of Benson's shooting matched a gun that was in his possession when he was shot. This connection led to further investigations, but details about suspects or arrests directly related to Benson's death remain unclear. The case highlights the ongoing challenges in addressing gun violence and finding justice for victims like Benson.
