Singer DELAROSA Shot Dead in Los Angeles During Ambush-Style Killing
The Los Angeles music community is reeling after the tragic death of 22-year-old Latin singer Maria De La Rosa, widely known by her stage name DELAROSA, who was killed in an ambush-style shooting in the Northridge area of Los Angeles. The attack occurred late on the night of November 22, when De La Rosa and two companions were seated inside a parked vehicle. According to police, two unidentified male suspects approached the car and opened fire without warning, striking all three occupants. De La Rosa was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to her injuries shortly after. The other two victims remain hospitalized in critical condition.
Authorities say the shooting appeared to be a targeted ambush, though the motive remains unclear, and investigators have not yet identified the suspects. Detectives from the LAPD’s Valley Bureau Homicide Division are leading the investigation, combing through surveillance footage and appealing to the public for information. As of now, no arrests have been made, and police have not released any details that would indicate whether the attack was connected to personal conflicts, mistaken identity, or other potential causes. Officials have stressed that the investigation is ongoing and that any speculation remains unconfirmed.
The death of DELAROSA has sent shockwaves through the Latin music scene, where she was considered a rising artist with significant promise. Known for her emotional vocal style and modern fusion of Latin pop and regional influences, she had begun developing a growing fanbase on social media. Her most recent release, “No Me Llames”, debuted earlier in the year and had been gaining traction among young listeners. On Instagram, where she amassed tens of thousands of followers, her posts often hinted at new music in progress, suggesting that she had been preparing for a larger breakthrough.
Friends, collaborators, and fans have taken to social platforms to express grief and disbelief over the sudden loss. Many described her as hardworking, warm, and dedicated to her craft—an artist who was just beginning to define her identity and sound. Several fellow musicians in the Los Angeles Latin community have called her death “devastating” and “a loss of unimaginable potential.”
The Northridge neighborhood where the attack took place has been the focus of heightened police presence in the days since, as authorities work to reassure residents and gather leads. Community members have left candles, flowers, and handwritten notes at the site of the shooting, creating a makeshift memorial honoring the young singer’s life. Some local activists and residents have also used the moment to call for increased efforts to address gun violence in the city.
As investigators continue their search for the suspects, the music world mourns a promising young artist gone far too soon. DELAROSA’s fans and loved ones are left with her recorded work, her creative spirit, and the shock of a life cut short just as it seemed to be gaining momentum.
