Editor’s note: This is a developing story. BloodHound Q50’s death had not been publicly confirmed by his family or local authorities at the time of publication.
Reports Say BloodHound Q50 Was Shot and Killed
Chicago rapper BloodHound Q50 was reportedly shot and killed, according to reports that began circulating Sunday morning.
HotNewHipHop, VladTV and music news platform Kurrco are among the outlets reporting Q50’s alleged death. However, his family, representatives and local authorities had not issued a public confirmation at the time this article was published.
Details surrounding the reported shooting remain limited. The Kitchen has not independently verified its location or circumstances and will not publish additional claims until they are supported by a reliable source.
A man was shot and killed while sitting in the driver's seat on Sunday, Chicago police said. https://t.co/u42MEk6GQP pic.twitter.com/Fx8oWT7lvL
— ABC 7 Chicago (@ABC7Chicago) September 13, 2026
Q50 Was Becoming One of Chicago’s Rising Voices
BloodHound Q50 began releasing music in 2023 and quickly emerged as a recognizable new voice within Chicago’s drill scene. His uncompromising delivery and connection with his cousin, the late BloodHound Lil Jeff helped introduce the BloodHound movement to listeners well beyond Chicago.
His momentum continued in August with the release of the nine track project Get Back Or Die Trying. The project arrived only weeks before the reports concerning his death began circulating. Spotify lists the album as a 2026 release consisting of nine tracks.
The reports have prompted an outpouring of reactions from listeners who watched Q50’s career develop over the past several years. Still, until confirmation comes directly from his family, team or authorities, the information should be treated as developing.
The Kitchen extends its thoughts to Q50’s family, friends and loved ones during this period of uncertainty.
This article will be updated as verified information becomes available.
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