Claude Anthony Williams II, a 29-year-old man from Kannapolis, NC, was tragically found dead on December 7, 2022, at his home on South Little Texas Road. Initially, police opened a death investigation after discovering his body around 5 p.m. that day. The following day, they began investigating his death as a homicide.
On December 19, 2022, the Kannapolis Police Department announced the arrest of two suspects in connection with Williams' murder.
Khalil Chapman and Jennifer Chanthaboun were both charged with first-degree murder. Chapman was also charged with possession of a firearm by a felon. Both suspects turned themselves in to the Kannapolis Police Department and are being held at the Cabarrus County jail without bond.
The investigation revealed that Williams was shot multiple times at his home. Police collected footage from a neighbor's home camera, which contained audio that sounded like gunshots. The neighbor reported seeing a woman come out of Williams' house asking for help and calling for someone named "Khalil" before first responders arrived.
The case remains under active investigation, and police have not released further details due to its ongoing nature. The community continues to seek justice for Claude Anthony Williams II, whose untimely death has left many in shock and sorrow.
