Zachary Mastine Duprey, a 26-year-old male of Maumee, Ohio, tragically passed away on January 24, 2019. Zachary was born on March 23, 1992, to Frederick and Christine Duprey. He was known for his passion for building bikes and hotrods, and his willingness to help anyone in need. Zachary is remembered fondly by his family, including his parents, three sisters, and girlfriend.
The circumstances surrounding Zachary's death were determined to be a homicide.
On the day of his death, Zachary met Jaquan Sturdevant, a 21-year-old Toledo resident, in the parking lot of the Toledo Museum of Art. The two men began to argue, which escalated into a fatal shooting. Zachary suffered at least one gunshot wound and was transported to Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center, where he later died.
Jaquan Sturdevant was arrested and charged with murder. He was found guilty and sentenced to 23 years in prison. The case was investigated by Toledo police, and Sturdevant eventually entered an Alford plea, acknowledging that the prosecution had enough evidence to convict him.
Zachary's death had a profound impact on his family and friends, who remember him as a kind and helpful individual. His funeral was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Maumee, with many people attending to pay their respects.
The investigation into Zachary's death was thorough, and the conviction of Jaquan Sturdevant brought some measure of justice for Zachary and his loved ones. The community continues to remember Zachary and honor his memory.
