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21 Savage family shooting tragedy

Entities: DeMarcus Shirley · 21 Savage · Lyric Shirley · Seven Shirley · Sharon Smith

Overview

In late July 2026, a 14‑year‑old identified as Seven Shirley, the nephew of rapper 21 Savage, accidentally shot his 12‑year‑old sister Lyric in the neck in Stockbridge, Georgia. Lyric survived after undergoing three surgeries on her neck and vocal cords. Following the incident, Seven took his own life, citing fear of jail.

The family, led by grandmother Sharon Smith, called for accountability and stricter gun‑control measures, emphasizing that the tragedy could have been avoided if the firearm—purchased on the street for about $200—had not been sold. 21 Savage posted a tribute on Instagram, requesting privacy and prayers.

A later report added that the family had already been grieving the recent drive‑by killing of cousin DeMarcus Shirley, underscoring a pattern of violence affecting the extended family.

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    21 Savage's Nephew Dies by Suicide After Accidental Shooting of Sister

    21 Savage’s 14‑year‑old nephew, Seven Shirley, died by suicide after accidentally shooting his sister Lyric; the family blames a street‑bought gun and mourns the tragedy.

  2. 7 days ago

    [CRIME] 6 sources
    Atlanta Rapper 21 Savage’s Family Mourns Teen Nephew Who Died After Shooting Sister

    Teen Seven Shirley, called a nephew of rapper 21 Savage, accidentally shot his sister in Georgia, then committed suicide; the family seeks privacy and tighter gun controls.

Sources

blackamericaweb.com · complex.com · dnyuz.com · foxync.com · hotnewhiphop.com · madamenoire.com · memesita.com · nypost.com · rnbphilly.com · tromaktiko.gr