Bronx drill rapper shot and killed after leaving parole office, NYPD says

Bronx Drill Rapper Shot and Killed

A 27-year-old Bronx drill rapper, Suave Drilly, also known as John Martinez, was fatally shot after leaving his parole office on Wednesday, according to the NYPD.

The incident occurred near the intersection of Alexander Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in Mott Haven, just before 6 p.m. First responders took Martinez to Lincoln Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The NYPD is currently searching for several suspects in connection with the killing.

No further information has been released about the suspects or the investigation.

Author's summary: Bronx drill rapper Suave Drilly was shot and killed after leaving parole office.

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Gothamist Gothamist — 2025-10-16