The Northridge community and the Latin music world are in shock after the tragic death of 22-year-old Maria De La Rosa, an aspiring singer known professionally as DELAROSA. She was shot and killed early Saturday morning in what police describe as an ambush-style attack while she sat inside a parked car. Her sudden death has left fans, family, and fellow artists heartbroken as they mourn the loss of a rising star whose career was just beginning to take shape.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the shooting happened around 1:30 a.m. near Bryant Street and Tampa Avenue. Investigators say two men walked up to the vehicle where De La Rosa and two others were sitting and opened fire. De La Rosa was struck multiple times. Officers and paramedics arrived quickly, and she was rushed to a nearby hospital. Despite lifesaving efforts, she later died from her injuries. The two other victims survived, though authorities have not released their conditions.
De La Rosa had been gaining recognition as a young Latin artist with a growing fan base across social media. She had recently released her single “No Me Llames” (“Don’t Call Me”), which drew positive attention from followers and new listeners. Just days before the shooting, she shared updates from a recording studio, excited about new music she had been working on. Friends say she was passionate, hardworking, and determined to build a career in the music industry—a dream she had been chasing since childhood.
Police are investigating the shooting as a possible gang-related attack, though they emphasize that the motive remains unclear. Detectives have not made any arrests, and no suspects have been publicly identified. Authorities are urging anyone who was in the area at the time or who may have surveillance footage to come forward. They believe additional information from witnesses could be crucial in helping solve the case.
News of De La Rosa’s death has spread quickly online, with fans posting messages filled with grief, disbelief, and love. Many wrote that they had been inspired by her voice, her confidence, and the joy she brought through her music. Fellow artists expressed heartbreak at losing such a young and talented performer, sharing memories of her warm personality and promising future.
As investigators continue working to uncover answers, De La Rosa’s family, friends, and supporters are left mourning a life full of potential. Her voice, her dreams, and the music she never got to finish now serve as a painful reminder of how quickly a rising star’s light can be taken away.
