Reality TV star Mackayla "Kash" Paige has been shot dead at the age of 29. As reported by People, this follows an alleged altercation which happened outside of Oakland, California on October 11.
The shooting occurred at around 1:30am local time on 14th Street. Oakland Police explained that they found the victim "suffering from an apparent gunshot wound". Paige was taken to hospital, where she was tragically pronounced dead.
The police have not explained what happened prior to the shooting. However, following the death of the reality star, a woman from Richmond has been arrested in connection with the incident.
As reported by the NBC News Bay Area and ABC7 News Bay Area, the shooting reportedly came after an "altercation outside a downtown nightclub". Paige had reportedly posted videos of herself on Instagram Stories prior to her death.
The reality star was most well known for her appearances on several reality TV shows, such as Real West Coast Baddies, RoomHates and Young and Reckless.
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Tributes Poured in for the Reality Star
Tributes have poured in for Paige following her passing.
Hours after she was shot, her family held a memorial for her. Flowers as well as tributes were laid in her memory.
Her cousin, Azima King, said, "Honestly, I don't know how to feel, I'm floating. I've been shaken since yesterday, I've been crying all day. She just wanted better for her life, and she wanted to be better. She wanted to be somebody, she wanted to make it, she had big plans and dreams."
Now That's TV, the network who featured Young and Reckless, also posted a touching tribute. "?? REST IN PEACE, KASH ?," the tribute began.
"Today, we mourn the heartbreaking loss of Mackayla Paige, affectionately known as Kash, a beloved member of our Now That's TV family. Through her appearances on YNR, Roommhates and Now That's Riot, Kash became a part of our network's story, and we will forever cherish the memories she leaves behind."
"Our deepest condolences, love, and prayers go out to her family, friends, fellow cast members, and everyone who knew and loved her during this difficult time. Though her time with us was far too short, her memory will live on."
May she rest in peace.
