Shots fired… literally! Last week, a security guard was gunned down outside the California mansion of The Weeknd’s co-manager, Amir “Cash XO” Esmailian. This whole thing has gotten even crazier because of the ongoing rap feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Was this shooting a targeted attack or just a random crime? The internet is buzzing with theories!
Security Guard Shot, But Expected to Recover
The drama unfolded around 2:25 am on April 29th. The security guard, whose name hasn’t been released, was chilling in his guard shack when BAM! Gunshots erupted, and he realized he’d been hit. Three masked men fled the scene, leaving the guard injured but alive. Thankfully, he’s expected to make a full recovery.
The Weeknd’s Connection Raises Eyebrows
Here’s where things get interesting: Esmailian was actually inside his house during the shooting. The police haven’t said if the attackers even tried to enter the building, but some folks are speculating it was a targeted home invasion. After all, Esmailian’s crib is on the market for a cool $12 million.
But here’s the real tea: Esmailian is one of The Weeknd’s managers, and The Weeknd is embroiled in a nasty rap beef with Drake. In Drake’s diss track “Push Ups,” he throws major shade at both The Weeknd and Esmailian. Fans are wondering if this shooting is connected to the whole rap battle.
Drake Throws Jabs at The Weeknd and Esmailian
Here’s what Drake raps about Esmailian:
- He used to be a “lil’ blunt runner” (someone who gets weed for others) for someone in Drake’s crew.
- Drake mocks The Weeknd and Esmailian for leaving Toronto (where Drake’s from).
- He compares their relationship to that of a pimp and a sex worker (yikes!).
Coincidence or Conspiracy?
The timing of this shooting is definitely suspicious, especially since Drake’s own Toronto mansion got shot up just days later! In that incident, another security guard was injured, but Drake himself was unharmed.
The police are still investigating both shootings, and so far, there’s no connection to the rap feud. But that’s not stopping fans from speculating!
What do YOU think? Let us know in the comments below!
- Was the shooting at Esmailian’s house a targeted attack?
- Is there a connection to the Drake-Kendrick Lamar beef?
- Are these shootings just a coincidence?
We’ll keep you posted on all the latest developments in this wild story!
