MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Rapper Sauce Walka, born Albert Walker Mondane, was shot in Memphis on Saturday afternoon near the FedExForum. According to his family, the artist sustained gunshot wounds to his legs but is expected to make a full recovery. Tragically, his associate, rapper Sayso P, was also shot and did not survive.
Memphis police held a press conference late Saturday night, confirming that the attack was not random but a deliberate and targeted assault. Authorities revealed that Sauce Walka and Sayso P were standing outside a vehicle when a group of armed individuals arrived in a white four-door vehicle and opened fire. Investigators noted that no words were exchanged between the assailants and the victims before the gunfire erupted. The suspects fled the scene immediately after the shooting.
Video footage captured the aftermath of the deadly incident, showing emergency responders and bystanders reacting to the violence in broad daylight. Law enforcement officials have suggested that the shooting may have been a failed robbery attempt. Sauce Walka, who was shot twice in the legs, remains hospitalized but has assured fans that he is in stable condition.
The tragic loss of Sayso P has left the hip-hop community and fans in mourning. Friends and family remember him as a talented artist and a beloved friend. “Sayso was a bright light in our lives, and his loss is devastating,” said a close associate. “We are heartbroken by this senseless act of violence.”
Memphis police are continuing their investigation into the incident, working to identify the suspects and determine the motive behind the fatal attack. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tipsters can contact the Memphis Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.
As the investigation unfolds, the community is rallying around Sauce Walka and the family of Sayso P, offering support and condolences during this difficult time. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
