Kelly Kalim Malik Dupree, an 18-year-old student at Merced College, tragically lost his life on March 7, 2020, in Chowchilla, California. Dupree was shot to death around 12:30 AM while sitting in a parked vehicle outside a house party on Avenue 20 near Road 14. Witnesses reported that at least two male suspects approached the vehicle and opened fire before fleeing the scene in a nearby car.
Dupree died at the scene, while another 19-year-old man who was with him was injured but survived after being dropped off at the Chowchilla Police Department and rushed to a hospital.
The Madera County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into the shooting, focusing on the possibility of gang or drug-related motives. However, they emphasized that the violence seemed targeted and not a general threat to the community. Despite the ongoing investigation, no arrests have been made, and the suspects remain unidentified. The authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymous tip lines to aid in the investigation.
The incident has left a significant impact on the local community, with a small memorial of candles, flowers, and athletic cleats marking the spot where Dupree was killed. The investigation continues, with detectives working to uncover any leads that could bring justice for Dupree and his family.
