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Justice may finally be within reach in the case surrounding the death of Takeoff. The long-awaited murder trial connected to the rapper’s tragic passing has officially been scheduled for November — nearly four years after the night that sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community.
DJ Pat, the man accused of firing the fatal shot, is expected to stand trial as prosecutors prepare to present their case. Since Takeoff’s death, fans, fellow artists, and members of the culture have continued to call for accountability and clarity surrounding the circumstances of that night.
Takeoff, one-third of the Grammy-nominated group Migos, was widely respected for his laid-back demeanor, intricate flow, and undeniable contributions to modern rap. His sudden passing left an undeniable void in both the group and the culture at large.
As November approaches, many are hoping the trial will bring long-awaited answers — and a measure of justice — in a case that has lingered heavily over hip-hop for years.
The murder trial in the death of Migos rapper Takeoff outside a downtown Houston bowling alley is expected to go before a jury in November. Patrick Clark has repeatedly professed his innocence in the 2022 shooting that left Kirsnick Khari Bell, the legal name of the Atlanta-based… pic.twitter.com/35CdOol5IS
— Houston Chronicle (@HoustonChron) February 10, 2026
