Rapper Hollywood Play killed in shooting in Woodhaven, Queens



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WOODHAVEN, Queens (WABC) –

A rapper has died after being shot at a Queens bar early Sunday.

The shooting happened at 3:15 AM at Tavern Lounge on Jamaica Avenue in Woodhaven.

Hollywood has been identified as a rapper / promoter by Frankie Lewis. Friends say he is one of the most famous people in the community.

Police say the 35-year-old victim was shot in the neck and taken to Jamaica Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

He was initially inside the lounge, and shortly thereafter, he was shot by a person in the scene, investigators said.

Multiple shots were fired, but the rapper was the only person struck by gunfire, according to police.

Jamaica Avenue is closed in the area for police investigation.

Hollywood Play had been active in community events, including the annual school bookbag in Von King Park …

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