Daniel Dimitri Rodriguez, 22, known as D-Boy Rodriguez in the Christian rap scene, was shot and killed outside his East Dallas apartment on October 6, 1990. Born November 10, 1967, in The Bronx, he had moved to East Dallas and released two albums, Plantin’ a Seed (1989) and Lyrical Strength of One Street Poet (1990). A posthumous third album, Peace to the Poet, appeared in 1993.

The circumstances of the killing remain unclear and no official motive has been revealed. His mother mentioned theories including mistaken identity or a robbery attempt, but none has been confirmed. The Dallas Police Department has sought public help, yet the investigation has produced no arrests or identified suspects.

His sister Genie Rodriguez-Lopez later recorded as MC Gee Gee in his memory. If anyone knew Daniel, saw activity near his East Dallas apartment on October 6, 1990, or has information that could help, please share what is known.