Remembering DJ Hector 'June' Rodriguez: Community Mourns Tragic Loss and Calls for Road Safety
A tragic hit-and-run incident took the life of popular Philadelphia DJ Hector "June" Rodriguez, with a 17-year-old boy being charged in connection to the crash. The teenager surrendered to the police and faces multiple charges related to the incident. The fatal collision occurred at an intersection in Philadelphia, where Rodriguez was struck by a red SUV while riding his bicycle. Despite efforts to save him, Rodriguez succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. The community mourned the loss of Rodriguez, a beloved figure at Bob and Barbara's Lounge, known for his contributions to the house music scene. Friends and family gathered to remember him at a vigil held in his honor. State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta and others paid tribute to Rodriguez's kindness and positive impact on those around him. The incident highlighted the dangers faced by cyclists on the road, with Rodriguez being the seventh cyclist killed by a motorist in the city that year. The tragic loss of Rodriguez serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need to protect vulnerable road users.