Kay Flock cleared on murder charge, but guilty of RICO, other charges

Drill rapper Kay Flock, whose real name is Kevin Perez, recently made headlines after being found guilty of federal charges related to a fatal shooting in the Bronx in 2021. Despite the charges against him, Perez took to Instagram to boast about beating the top count and even claimed that the judge was not forced to give him a life sentence.

In a bold move, Perez confidently stated, “I made the judge cry. He said now he not force to give me life.” He continued to assert his resilience by declaring, “Never fold, never will.”

The rapper, along with seven of his associates, was accused of being involved in a series of shootings in the Bronx between 2020 and 2022, which ultimately led to the murder of 24-year-old Hwascar Hernandez. The tragic incident occurred outside a Harlem barbershop on December 16, 2021, where Hernandez was fatally shot in the neck and back while attempting to flee.

During the trial, Perez’s defense team argued that the shooting was an act of self-defense. However, after two days of deliberations, the jury delivered a guilty verdict on multiple charges, including racketeering conspiracy, use of a firearm resulting in death, attempted murder, assault with a dangerous weapon in aid of racketeering, and more.

Acting U.S. Attorney Matthew Podolsky emphasized Perez’s role as the leader of a neighborhood street gang known as Sev Side / DOA, linking him to a series of gang-motivated shootings. Podolsky condemned Perez’s actions, stating that the rapper instilled fear in the community through his violent behavior and lyrics.

Despite Perez’s bravado and attempts to downplay the severity of the charges against him, the verdict reflects a significant legal setback for the drill rapper. As he awaits sentencing on July 16, the outcome of the trial serves as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in criminal activities and perpetuating violence within communities.

The prosecution’s success in holding Perez accountable for his actions sends a strong message about the commitment to addressing gang-related violence and ensuring the safety of city streets. While Perez may have once glorified his criminal behavior in his music, the reality of facing the consequences of his actions has now caught up with him.