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Baltimore rapper President Davo shot, killed Friday in East Baltimore

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Posted at 10:32 AM, Oct 08, 2023
and last updated 2023-10-09 18:12:06-04

BALTIMORE — A homicide investigation is underway in East Baltimore.

Just after 6:15 p.m., police were called to the 2000 block of Cliftwood Avenue for reports of a shooting.

When they arrived, they found a 28-year-old man unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds to the body.

The victim, identified as David Boykin, also known as rapper President Davo, was taken to a hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

"Everybody needs to stop the shooting and killing each other and make a better life for yourself. That's what he was doing, making a better life for himself," a neighbor said.

Other neighbors say they are forever traumatized after seeing the aftermath of the shooting , and they're hopeful whoever is responsible for his murder is found.

An $8,000 reward is being offered for anyone with information in regard to this incident.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Baltimore Police Department Homicide detectives at 410-396-2100.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP.