A 19-year-old Black male, Quintez R. Barnett, was discovered shot in a vehicle in the early morning hours of Wednesday, June 24, 2020. The incident occurred in the 1100 block of East 20th Street in Baltimore, Maryland, where he was found at approximately 3:00 a.m. in the Eastern District.
Born on July 11, 2000, Barnett was a Baltimore native who had been educated in the city's public school system.
Known affectionately as 'Poppy,' he was described by loved ones as a jokester who enjoyed rapping, making videos, and spending time with his family. He was a father, having welcomed a son, Quintez Jr., just two months before his death.
Details regarding the circumstances that led to the shooting have not been made publicly available. As of now, information concerning any potential suspects or arrests in connection with the death of Quintez Barnett has not been released. The investigation into his homicide remains ongoing.
