A tragic incident occurred earlier this week. Donovan “Dimzordimma” Allen, an 18-year-old U.K. drill rapper who was also just getting started in the music industry, died from a stabbing in North London on Monday, Feb. 7.
Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the drill rapper died on the scene, according to the Metropolitan Police. According to the post-mortem examination, the killer performed the murder with a single stab wound to the chest. The authorities arrested a 14-year-old boy murder suspect at the crime scene. However, he bailed until early next month.
“We are providing specialist support to Donovan’s family as they go through the most unimaginable of times,” Linda Bradley, the detective chief inspector in charge of the investigation, said. “And we are doing everything we can to identify who may be responsible for his murder.”
A police investigation is underway by the Special Crime Command of the Metropolitan Police in London. Also, throughout this challenging time, officers with specialized training support Allen’s family.
The Evening Standard reports that at approximately 6:10 p.m. on Monday, Donovan Allen was “chilling with friends” on the seventh floor of an Enfield apartment building when the attackers came. Neighbors report that an attacker wielding a machete chased him through the building’s communal space.
Showing Love to Donovan Allen
DJ Bobbi London also paid tribute to Donovan Allen. He worked with Allen over the past year.
“I felt sick when I heard the news last night that you had this done to you, you have been running on my mind all day, man,” said London. “I been playing back voice notes from you about us planning things musically for you and what you wanted to do in the future, I’m so sorry it had to be you @fee_dublin_fits and the family you know I got you and will come running when you need me. REST IN POWER DIMZ”
Donovan Allen was about to embark on a promising career. An Instagram post on Jan. 24 marked the occasion of the 18-year-old’s first public performance.
Drill Music: A Dangerous Genre
No excuse can be offered for the actions of the individual who killed this young man. Drill music, however, can be pretty dangerous in terms of its lyrics, as they tend to contain harsh, aggressive language. Rappers often tend to use their songs as a platform to diss others, which unfortunately ends up being their downfall. As the family of Donovan Allen goes through this uncertain time, FMHipHop sends its deepest condolences. We wish you a time of peace and comfort. R.I.P. Donovan Allen.
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Written by Nikiya Biggs
