Police identify Christina Grimmie's killer

June 12, 2016 15:25

The shooter, who fatally shot Christina Grimmie, was identified as 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl, Orlando police announced.

Police believe Loibl -- who is from St Petersburg, Florida -- traveled to Grimmie's concert in Orlando Friday night specifically to shoot her.

He allegedly arrived armed with two handguns and a hunting knife, reported Entertainment Weekly.

Loibl allegedly opened fire on Grimmie during a meet and greet with The Voicealum after the show. Her brother, Marcus, tackled Loibl to the ground, and Loibl then allegedly killed himself.

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