The Voice Singer Christina Grimmie Shot and Killed After Concert

Christina Grimmie via NBC screengrab

On Friday night, singer Christina Grimmie was shot and killed after a concert in Orlando, Florida. The 22-year-old became famous as a contestant on NBC’s The Voice, mentored by musician Adam Levine.

The investigation is ongoing.

Chief John Mina of the Orlando Police Department held a press conference Saturday morning. He said the suspect (still unnamed) was a 27-year-old white male armed with two handguns, and a hunting knife. He repeated the original announcement that Grimmie’s brother tackled the suspect, who shortly after committed suicide.

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