The shocking discovery left fans and their loved ones in shock.
Influencer and rapper Mia Armaj Bennett, better known by her stage name Petty Levels, was found dead in Tampa, Florida earlier this month under circumstances that have raised questions.
The 36-year-old social media sensation, who was known for her lively dance videos, adrenaline-pumping adventures, and daring musical presence, has died unexpectedly. Authorities were called to the scene after a body was found in a neighborhood near the Tampa airport and later confirmed to be Bennett.
While there were no immediate signs of foul play, the cause of death remains under investigation, leaving many in the music and social media communities wondering what happened to the rising star.
Investigators say influencer Petty Levels was found dead earlier this month in Tampa, Florida.
A Philadelphia rapper has died. Mia Armaj Bennett was her real name.
Around 1:30 p.m., police were called to a northwest Tampa neighborhood near the airport after someone reported finding a body there.
The person was eventually identified as Bennett, according to a police spokesman who spoke to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
She died with “no early signs of foul play,” a spokeswoman said.
The Hillsborough County Medical Examiner’s Office has yet to make a public statement and is still investigating how and why she died.
A relative urged her followers not to assume she had died as there were rumors on social media that she had died in Philadelphia.
A family member told the Inquirer, requesting anonymity: “These allegations and comments are not true.”
“We don’t even know exactly what happened, so if everyone could please stick with everyone on this thread, I’m begging you, please, our family is devastated.”
Bennett gained popularity on social media during her high school years by sharing short videos of herself dancing, traveling, and being an adrenaline junkie.
Her following grew to the point where she was able to release her own music in 2018 after she started making short rap videos.
Bennett’s performance alongside rapper Latt on Fred Bang’s “Freak” shot him to stardom.
The songs “Malibu” and “Ain’t It” were released by her.
The musician has high hopes for the future, despite her fears about making the transition from Instagram to the music industry.
According to Bennett’s 2019 interview with SayCheeseTV, “Just know that Petty Levels is not going to be just an Instagram name.”
“Sooner or later it’s going to be on billboards, it’s going to be on your playlists, it’s going to be on the radio, it’s going to be everywhere you go.”
The singer and Instagram influencer, who has over a million followers, was praised by her fans.
The untimely death of Petty Levels, born Mia Armaj Bennett, has left a deep void in both the music and social media communities. Known for her infectious energy, passion for music, and ability to connect with fans, Bennett was poised for a promising future in the entertainment world. While her family is still trying to unravel the circumstances surrounding her death, the outpouring of tributes from fans, friends, and colleagues reflects the profound impact she had during her short but impactful life. As the inquest continues, those who loved and admired her will cherish the memories of the vibrant, talented woman she was, and her legacy will undoubtedly live on in the hearts of those she touched.