NYPD detective Derrick Parker, nicknamed the “Hip-Hop Cop,” dies at age 65, according to multiple outlets. He worked on cases involving prominent figures in rap music and also investigated murders, the reports say.
Parker retired from the NYPD in 2002. After leaving the department, he worked in security and executive protection for large events, applying a focus on understanding movements and potential conflicts, one account notes.
Fox News and the New York Post both describe Parker’s role investigating high-profile rap-related matters. Fox News specifically cites investigations tied to major artists including Tupac Shakur, Notorious B.I.G., and Jam Master Jay, while the New York Post emphasizes his broader reputation as a detective involved in rap’s biggest stars and murder cases. Both accounts agree on his death at 65 and his career centered on high-profile investigations and later work in event security.
