June 28, 2026 04:50 pm (IST)
Suspected killer of 'The Voice' star Christina Grimmie identified
Orlando (Florida), Jun 12 (IBNS): The Orlondo Police Department has identified the killer of Christina Grimmie, the 22-year old "The Voice" star who was shot dead on Friday while she was signing autographs following a concert in Florida.
The Orlondo Police Department has identified the killer as Kevin James Loibl.
In a police statement, the Police confirmed that 27-year-old Kevin Loibl belonged to St. Petersburg in Florida.
According to reports, he didn't appear to know Christina Grimmie personally.
Police reports said that earlier on Friday evening, the singer performed with the band Before You Exit at Orlando's The Plaza Live, which ended around 10pm.
She was signing autographs for fans at a merchandise table when a gunman fired at her.
Her brother tackled the gunman who allegedly shot and killed himself during the struggle, media reported. Christina Grimmie died around 3 am on Saturday, sources said.
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