San Antonio rapper BTB Savage, real name Daryl Gentry, was shot dead just 24 hours after a controversial interview with VladTV, where he detailed a violent encounter that left an assailant dead. The brazen attack occurred in Houston on March 30, 2023, as Gentry was reportedly en route to the airport. Eyewitnesses described a scene of chaos as multiple gunshots rang out, striking the rapper’s vehicle and ending his life in a hail of gunfire.
In his interview, Gentry boasted about his survival from a violent robbery at his home, where he fought off an armed attacker with the help of his girlfriend, who shot the intruder. Despite warnings from family to lay low and allow the grieving family of the deceased assailant some peace, Gentry flaunted his bravado online with photos from the crime scene, igniting fears of retaliation.
Investigations reveal that the shooting was meticulously planned. Surveillance footage captured a black Subaru, believed to be linked to the attack, trailing Gentry’s vehicle shortly before the shooting. The car was rented by Montrell Burley, a known gang member and associate of the man Gentry had 𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁ed in self-defense. Burley’s actions appear to be a calculated act of vengeance, fueled by a cycle of violence that has now claimed Gentry’s life.
As news of the rapper’s death spread rapidly across social media, reactions poured in, with some celebrating the news, further emphasizing the deep-seated conflict surrounding this case. Law enforcement is actively pursuing Burley and an accomplice, while fans and the music community grapple with the tragic fallout of Gentry’s decisions and the violent world he navigated. This shocking turn of events serves as a stark reminder of the dangers lurking in the shadows of fame and the consequences of living a life steeped in conflict.
