Philadelphia-based rapper Abdul Vicks ("Ybcdul"), who was affiliated with the gang Young Bad Chasers (YBC), was fatally shot on August 23.

Alleged leader of violent West Philadelphia-based gang and popular rapper Abdul Vicks was fatally shot on Friday in the city's Olney section. According to local US reports, the 25-year-old musician, who performed as “Ybcdul” was shot multiple times in the chest and right hand around 3:34 pm on the 5500 block of N. 6th Street.

As per The Philadelphia Inquirer, although the alleged ringleader was taken to Einstein Medical Center for medical attention, he ultimately died at 3:55 pm. Vicks' stage alias was presumably derived from the gang name's acronym that fully referred to Young Bag Chasers (YBC). He was also known by his other nickname: “Mr Disrespectful.”

More details about the shooting have yet to be released. The official source that released the bare minimum information about Vicks' death has reportedly requested anonymity because they are not authorised to speak publicly about it.

No arrests have been in made in Abdul Vicks' shooting, the police said. The authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or reach out to the police department's tipline 215-686-TIPS (8477).