US singer Christina Grimmie dies after being shot outside concert in Florida

Former contestant on The Voice was targeted by a gunman who opened fire on her and then killed himself
 

The American singer, Christina Grimmie, has died after reportedly being shot in the head at a concert venue in Orlando.


Orlando police department officials said during a news conference that Grimmie was shot at about 10:45pm on Friday at The Plaza Live, where she had performed earlier.

The gunman reportedly shot and killed himself after being tackled by the singer-songwriter’s brother.
Grimmie was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died, Orlando Police said.

With deep regret, we have confirmed Christina Grimmie, @TheRealGrimmie has died from her injuries. — Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice) June 11, 2016

Police said the suspect “walked up and shot” Grimmie after the performance, while she was signing autographs.

Police say the unidentified suspect had two guns, but no motive has been established.

An investigation is ongoing.

Grimmie, a 22-year-old from New Jersey, finished third during season six of NBC’s The Voice.