Updated on: April 7, 2026 / 5:10 AM EDT / CBS Miami
Atlanta rapper Offset is hospitalized after being shot in South Florida, his representative and local authorities said.
Seminole Police reported the shooting occurred Monday evening at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, just outside Miami. His representative told CBS News, “He was shot and is currently at the hospital receiving medical care. He is stable and being closely monitored.”
Police said the incident happened after 7 p.m. in a valet area outside the hotel and casino and “resulted in non-life threatening injuries to an individual who was transported to Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood.” Seminole police added, “Two individuals have been detained by police. The investigation is ongoing. The site is secure and there is no threat to the public. Operations continue as normal.”
Atlanta ties amplify concern
Offset, whose legal name is Kiari Cephus, rose to fame as a member of the Grammy-nominated hip-hop group Migos, which originated in metro Atlanta. His connection to the city and ongoing influence on its music scene has prompted concern among fans and artists across Georgia. The incident also highlights ongoing intersections between Atlanta’s music industry and South Florida, a frequent destination for performances and nightlife.
What we do and don’t know
– Location: Outside Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, Seminole police say
– Condition: Stable and being closely monitored, his representative says
– Motive: Unknown
What’s next
Law enforcement is expected to release additional details as the investigation continues. It is unclear whether surveillance footage from the busy casino area will play a role. CBS News will continue to follow the story with updates from South Florida and Atlanta as more information becomes available.
Offset’s family
Offset is in divorce proceedings with Cardi B; the couple have three children. They were secretly married in September 2017 in Atlanta. Cardi B announced she had filed for divorce in 2024. Offset’s cousin and fellow Migos member Takeoff was shot and killed in 2022.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.