Drill rapper Digga D has sparked significant outrage after expressing support for a friend convicted of murdering Michelle Sadio outside a church in London.

Murder of Michelle Sadio

Rhys Herbert, known as Digga D, voiced his support for Perry Allen-Thomas, who was found guilty on Tuesday of murdering 44-year-old Ms. Sadio. The tragic shooting occurred on December 14, 2024, during a wake for 80-year-old Dianne Boatong at the River of Life Pentecostal Church in Willesden.

Approximately 100 mourners, including young children, were present at the wake when a stolen black Kia pulled up and shots were fired. Ms. Sadio died at the scene. Two other individuals, Kenneth Amoah and Kadeem Francis, were also injured; Amoah suffered paralysis below the waist.

Digga D's Controversial Post

Following the Old Bailey trial, where Allen-Thomas and Amir Salem were convicted of murder and attempted murder, Digga D took to Snapchat to express his feelings. He posted a picture of Allen-Thomas alongside broken heart emojis, accompanied by the message ‘f***ed up system’ and ‘3 my darg’.

This post quickly circulated online, sparking widespread condemnation. Critics have labeled Digga D’s comments as insensitive and supportive of violence, questioning his justification for believing the justice system was flawed in this case.

Planned Attack and Investigation

The investigation revealed a meticulously planned attack. Allen-Thomas is believed to have organized the shooting while establishing his own alibi. Salem purchased the fuel used to set the stolen Kia ablaze after the attack.

The weapon used was identified as a ‘gang gun’ previously linked to other incidents. Shaquille Sutherland and Tahjin Sommersall were cleared of wrongdoing, though the prosecution alleged Sommersall was present in the Kia.

Rapper's History of Controversy

This incident is not isolated. Digga D has a history of controversial behavior and legal troubles, including a previous jail sentence last year for importing and supplying cannabis.

His music and videos have frequently been accused of inciting violence and goading rivals, leading to the label ‘London’s most hated rapper.’ He has also been subjected to a police order controlling his musical output and has been a target of violence himself, including a stabbing and an attempted shooting.