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Rap artist Troy Ave is back in the headlines again. And as usual, it is because he is at the center of controversy.
Troy Ave Appears to Shoot Man in Alleged Robbery Attempt
On Tuesday, July 15, a video surfaced online of the rap star getting into an altercation that ended with gunshots. Troy Ave was out with party promoter Chef Geoff Cole. In the video, the two pull into a garage and park. And right as they exit the vehicle, a man appears to try to rob the pair.
Fortunately for Troy Ave and Geoff, the rapper was armed and was able to take matters into his own hands. After realizing that Troy Ave has a gun, the alleged robber tries to flee. But Troy Ave walks him down and shoots him. The man appears to collapse behind their car after being shot, and Troy Ave walks to the vehicle to finish the job, but the video cuts off before you can see what the aftermath is.
Footage surfaces of Troy Ave allegedly shooting a thief attempting to rob him & a show promoter in San Diego pic.twitter.com/JblYHRgwtf
— No Jumper (@nojumper) July 15, 2025
After the video was released, fans went crazy with their reactions on social media.
“Given that Troy Ave shouldn’t even be in possession of a firearm after his conviction, he is cooked,” one fan said on X, formerly known as Twitter.
‘My thing is… if you know Troy Ave can & will shoot, why would you try him?” another user added.
Geoff Cole Pays Homage to Rap Star For His Protection
Following the incident, Chef Geoff Cole took to social media. To call out the attacker
“I came home after celebrating the success of a sold-out Chef Fest with Love & support from all over the West Coast! And a hater from the SAME CITY tried 2 take it all away! This is the 2nd time, but it WON’T be a 3rd!” he wrote on Instagram.
He also showed his appreciation to Troy Ave for protecting him in an extremely vulnerable moment.
“[Shoutout to] my BROTHER Ave for Holding it Down in a situation where most woulda RAN or FOLDED,” he added. “I’ll never let the hate stop me from showing LOVE! Ima a keep giving artists OPPORTUNITIES & PLATFORMS, Ima a keep getting MONEY 💰 And the ONLY thing I’m doing different now, is taking this SHOW ON THE ROAD‼️
