In a recent press conference, Dontay “Big Durk” Banks, the father of rapper Lil Durk, voiced his frustrations regarding his son’s arrest on murder-for-hire charges. He expressed suspicions about potential ulterior motives from the government, especially given the timing of the indictment.
Banks pointed out that his son had been making positive changes in his life, distancing himself from gang culture and engaging in community initiatives. He noted that the legal troubles began shortly after Lil Durk participated in a peace-focused Muslim conference in Chicago, where he advocated against violence and showcased victims during his concert.
Highlighting a broader concern, Banks questioned why the system appears to benefit from individuals remaining in trouble while viewing those who strive for redemption as threats.
In the midst of these allegations, Lil Durk has been charged in connection with the murder of Saviay’a Robinson, a cousin of rapper Quando Rondo. However, new evidence from Justin Gibson, Durk’s primary sound engineer, challenges the prosecution’s claims. Gibson submitted an affidavit stating that he recorded a verse for a song titled “2 Toxic” months before Robinson’s death, contradicting the idea that Durk sought to exploit the tragedy in his music.
Additionally, Lil Durk has been linked to a separate homicide involving alleged gang leader Stephon Mack, although he has not yet been charged in that case. As these legal proceedings unfold, the situation raises critical questions about the interaction between the music industry, crime, and government actions against those attempting to effect positive change in their communities.
