New York DJ 'Megatron' fatally shot

By Leigh Remizowski, CNN

March 27, 2011 10:16 p.m. EDT

STORY HIGHLIGHTS

• Man was known for BET's "106 & Park"
• No arrests yet in Staten Island shooting

New York (CNN) -- A popular television and radio DJ was shot to death in Staten Island early Sunday morning, according to New York City police.

Corey McGriff, known to fans as DJ Megatron, died of a gunshot wound to the torso shortly after 2 a.m. The incident is still under investigation and no arrests have been made, police said.

McGriff, 32, was best known for his appearances on the BET's music countdown show, "106 & Park." He had worked for both the show and BET.com since 2006, according to a statement released by the network.

"The BET Networks Family is saddened by the news of the untimely loss of our friend and colleague, Corey 'Megatron' McGriff," the statement said. "We extend our deepest condolence to his family. He will truly be missed."

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