Durham Rapper Killed in Drive-By Shooting
Billy Resio, a rising Durham hip-hop artist known for collaborating with NBA YoungBoy,
was killed in an apparent drive-by shooting on January 4.
Police say the 30-year-old was driving on Hillsboro Road
when another vehicle pulled alongside and opened fire.
Resio died at a hospital, and a female passenger was critically injured.
No suspects or motive have been announced.
Community and Industry Reaction
News of his death sparked widespread grief across social media and the music industry.
Michael Mitchell, CEO of Rich Nation, called Resio family, saying,
“He was a brother to us,” and pledged to honor his legacy.
Career and Influence
Resio was gaining national attention through high-profile collaborations
and solo tracks like “Lies” and “Bonnie and Clyde,” earning respect for his raw, narrative style.
Legacy and Ongoing Investigation
He leaves behind a one-year-old son, with talks of creating a support fund.
Police continue to investigate as Durham mourns another life lost to gun violence.