Rapper 6ix9ine linked to shooting investigation in New York City

Friday, October 26, 2018
NEW YORK -- Police shut down part of Madison Avenue during the evening rush for a shooting investigation linked to rapper Tekashi69 (also known as '6ix9ine.')

The shooting happened just after 6 p.m. near Madison Avenue and East 61st. St. Officials say after the rapper got four years probation in a court case earlier Friday, he was partying with friends at Philippe. A scuffle then broke out between him and another person.

Tekashi69 was reportedly not hurt.
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Officials say one person was taken away in an ambulance and is in serious, but stable condition.

Madison Avenue has since reopened.
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It is not known whether police have anyone in custody.
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