Two people were shot inside the Label nightclub in North Carolina on Saturday, February 28, where rappers T.I, Young Jeezy and Sean 'Diddy' Combs were billed to perform.
2 people shot as rappers perform in North Carolina
Law enforcement officials are still on the look out for the suspect(s) in the shooting but it's unclear who was the target.
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An eyewitness told USA Today, that 'Paper Trail' rapper T.I. and his collaborator Young Jeezy were on stage when the shots were fired. But TMZ reported that T.I. was already off the stage when the incident took place.
A police source told the paper, "Two people injured with gunshot wounds. One person drove themselves to the hospital and one person was transported by ambulance. Both are non-life-threatening injuries."
Police confirmed one of those injured was a woman but have refused to release their names for security purposes.
However, law enforcement officials are still on the look out for the suspect(s) in the shooting, as it's unclear who was the target.
In an official statement by the club's management admitted to the shooting and claims they are working with the police to get the culprits.
"Please be advised that an incident occurred this evening at Label following an event," the Label team said.
"The exact circumstances concerning the incident have yet to be determined. Officials at Label are cooperating with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department concerning their investigation of this matter. Tonight's events at Label will take place as scheduled. It should be noted that there will continue to be very substantial security for all Label events during tournament weekend. And, Label remains fully committed to the safety and security of its patrons."
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