Shaquan Malique Boston, a 20-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically lost his life on December 16, 2014, in Wilmington, North Carolina. He was shot three times by Raheem Floyd, who approached Boston on the porch of a home on Love Alley around 11 a.m. Floyd confronted Boston about a dispute that had occurred two days earlier between Floyd and a friend of Boston's. To distract Boston, Floyd falsely claimed that the police were right behind him, prompting Boston to turn around. It was at this moment that Floyd shot him.
Boston was pronounced dead at the scene, and Floyd fled but was apprehended by police two days later. In January 2018, Raheem Floyd pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and was sentenced to 10-13 years in prison. Boston's mother spoke at Floyd's sentencing hearing, sharing her grief and memories of her son.
The community's response was significant, with many stepping up to help Wilmington police make the arrest. The case highlighted the importance of community cooperation in solving crimes and bringing justice to victims and their families.
This tragic incident underscores the devastating impact of violence and the importance of addressing disputes peacefully. The loss of Shaquan Malique Boston is a somber reminder of the need for community support and effective law enforcement to prevent such senseless acts of violence.
