Beyonce’s cousin, rapper Martell Kardone shot dead

Popular American rapper and pop singer, Beyonce’s cousin, Martell Derouen aka Kardone has died of a gunshot wound.

According to reports his body was found on Tuesday by San Antonio police inside his apartment in central Texas where he was living.

The police are said to have been conducting a welfare check within the area after an unnamed person reported about him missing.

There are numerous reports alleging that the renowned rapper is the “Single Ladies” hit maker’s cousin.

However, Beyonce’s representatives have yet confirmed or denied any of the reports on how the two are related.

Kardone died at the age of 34.