Neighborhood Dispute Ends in Tragedy for Death Metal Pioneer
What started as a routine disagreement between neighbors ended in a fatal encounter that shocked both a quiet South San Francisco community and the global metal music scene. A conflict over discarded tree trimmings escalated rapidly, culminating in a police shooting that left veteran guitarist Brian Montana dead.
Montana, 60, was a respected figure in death metal history, best known for his role in the influential band Possessed. According to law enforcement, the incident unfolded Monday when tensions between Montana and a neighbor intensified beyond control. What initially appeared to be a minor residential dispute reportedly turned volatile, prompting a call to authorities. Continue reading…
