Jeriah Marquis Chapman, a 17-year-old from Sacramento, California, tragically lost his life on June 25, 2021. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the 500 block of Kesner Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered Jeriah near a vehicle, having sustained at least one life-threatening gunshot wound.
Despite the efforts of the responding personnel from the Sacramento Fire Department, Jeriah was declared deceased at the scene.
The Sacramento Police Department immediately launched a homicide investigation. Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators took over the case, conducting a thorough canvass of the area for witnesses and evidence. However, the suspect or suspects had fled the scene before the officers' arrival, and no suspect information was available at that time. The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office later confirmed Jeriah's identity after notifying his next of kin.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects publicly identified in connection with Jeriah's death. The investigation remains open, with detectives continuing to seek information from the public. The Sacramento Police Department has encouraged anyone with information to contact their dispatch center or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers, offering anonymity and potential rewards for tips that could lead to an arrest.
Jeriah's death has left a profound impact on his community, with many expressing their condolences and sharing memories of him through online memorials and obituaries. The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in solving violent crimes and the importance of community cooperation in bringing justice to victims and their families.
