Akash R. Talati, a 40-year-old Indian-American male, tragically lost his life on November 11, 2017, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Talati was the owner of the Diamondz Gentlemen's Club and the Knight's Inn on Bragg Boulevard. On the night of his death, a shooting occurred at the Diamondz Gentlemen's Club, where Talati was an innocent bystander. The incident took place around 1:51 AM when a man who had been escorted out of the club returned and exchanged gunfire with a security guard.
During the shootout, five people were shot, including Talati, who succumbed to his injuries.
The Fayetteville Police Department identified Markeese Dewitt, a 23-year-old male, as a suspect in the shooting. Dewitt was charged with the attempted murder of the four surviving victims. The police reported that Dewitt had been thrown out of the club, which led to the altercation and subsequent shooting. Armed security guards at the club also engaged the suspect during the incident.
Following the shooting, the Fayetteville community was left in shock and mourning. Talati was remembered by friends, family, and employees as a kind and generous individual who treated his employees like family. The investigation into Talati's death continued as authorities worked to determine who fired the deadly shot that killed him. Dewitt was expected to be arrested once he was released from the hospital.
The tragic death of Akash R. Talati highlighted the dangers of gun violence and the impact it can have on a community. As the investigation unfolded, the Fayetteville Police Department urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist in bringing justice to Talati and his family.
