Thu Oct 10 17:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Cuban Rapper El Taiger Fighting for Life After Shooting, Police Seek Person of Interest
**Miami, FL –** Cuban rapper El Taiger, whose real name is José Manuel Carvajal, remains in critical condition at Jackson Memorial Hospital after being shot in the head last week. The 37-year-old artist’s manager, Marcel Reinosa, held a press conference outside the hospital Wednesday to dispel false rumors circulating about his death.
“He is alive,” Reinosa stated, “There were rumors he passed away, obviously that is not true.”
El Taiger was discovered in the back of an SUV with a gunshot wound to the head near the hospital last week. Police are now seeking Damian Valdez-Galloso, 49, as a person of interest in the case.
Miami police have not released many details about the investigation, but they are working with other law enforcement agencies and pursuing leads related to forensic and digital evidence. The investigation remains ongoing.
El Taiger is a popular figure in the Cuban community with over 1 million followers on Instagram. Fans, family, and friends are praying for his recovery. Despite undergoing surgery, the rapper remains critically ill and is currently on a respirator.
Anyone with information about Valdez-Galloso’s whereabouts is urged to contact the police immediately.
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