In a tragic incident that has shocked the Fort Worth community, local rapper Chucky Smith, known as Hoodfame Lil Ronnie, and his five-year-old daughter were 𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁ed in a targeted shooting at a car wash in Forest Hill, Texas. The shooting occurred just before 11 a.m. on March 3, 2025, as the pair was reportedly cleaning their car. Witnesses described hearing at least 20 to 30 gunshots, with many taking cover behind vehicles during the chaos.
Police believe the attack was premeditated and have identified at least one suspect, issuing a capital murder warrant. However, specific details regarding the suspects have not been released. The Forest Hill Police Department, working in collaboration with multiple agencies, is investigating the incident.
Family members confirmed that Lil Ronnie and his daughter had just celebrated her 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡day the day prior. Emotions ran high at the scene as friends and relatives gathered, mourning the loss of the young girl and her father. A witness described the scene as chaotic, with people scrambling for safety as shots rang out.
Akademiks, a prominent media figure, expressed his shock and sadness regarding the incident, emphasizing the tragedy of involving innocent 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren in gang-related violence. He noted that the streets have become increasingly perilous, where even those not involved in criminal activities are at risk. The rapper’s death highlights the ongoing issue of violence in the music scene and the impact of gang conflicts on families.
As the investigation continues, community members are left grappling with the senselessness of the violence, calling for an end to such tragic incidents. The deaths of Lil Ronnie and his daughter serve as a sobering reminder of the consequences of gang rivalry and the urgent need for solutions to curb violence in the area.