Philadelphia police have introduced the arrest of two suspects within the deadly taking pictures of rising Philadelphia rapper LGP QUA, as a 3rd suspect stays at massive.

Joshua Thomas-Coleman, 19, of Mayfair, and Abdul Boyd, 19, of Frankford, have been each taken into custody and charged with homicide following an intensive investigation. Authorities are persevering with their seek for 21-year-old Amir Earley, also referred to as “Earley,” of Frankford. He’s wished for his alleged function within the lethal taking pictures and is taken into account armed and harmful.

Police say the taking pictures occurred on Might 11, Mom’s Day, close to M Road and East Luzerne Road within the Juniata Park neighborhood. The sufferer, 30-year-old Qidere Johnson, higher recognized by his stage title LGP QUA, was pronounced useless on the scene.

Surveillance footage launched earlier this week helped investigators determine the suspects concerned. The investigation stays ongoing as police urge anybody with data on Earley’s whereabouts to return ahead.

LGP QUA rose to prominence for his motivational lyrics, social activism, and contributions to his neighborhood. A former inmate turned inspirational determine, Johnson spoke with CBS Information Philadelphia in 2019 about his journey, urging younger folks to “be you, be totally different, stand out.”

His music caught the eye of main names within the business, together with a collaboration with Will.i.am. Past music, Johnson was honored by the Philadelphia Metropolis Council for his philanthropic work—most notably donating almost 1,000 pairs of sneakers to native college students in partnership with Puma and Foot Locker.

The lack of LGP QUA has left a deep void within the Philadelphia music and activist communities, as tributes proceed to pour in remembering his legacy and impression.