On a tragic Wednesday in Memphis, Tennessee, 62-year-old Richard Clark’s life was abruptly and senselessly cut short on September 7, 2022, a victim of a city-wide shooting rampage that was partially broadcast on social media.
That afternoon, Mr. Clark was at a gas station on South Parkway East when the alleged gunman, Ezekiel Kelly, pulled up beside his vehicle. Without provocation, Kelly opened fire into Clark's car, striking and killing him.
This violent act was one of several that terrorized the city and prompted a massive manhunt for the person responsible.
The chaotic series of events unfolded throughout the day, with the suspect allegedly livestreaming some of the attacks on Facebook. The city of Memphis was gripped with fear as residents were urged to shelter in place while law enforcement worked to track down the active shooter.
The search for the perpetrator ended later that evening when police spotted the suspect in a carjacked vehicle. Following a pursuit, 19-year-old Ezekiel Kelly was taken into custody. He was subsequently charged with a litany of crimes, including multiple counts of murder, for the string of shootings that left three others dead and several people wounded. The case against Kelly is currently making its way through the judicial system. Richard Clark was remembered by his family as a quiet and humble man who was the youngest of seven children and deeply cherished his family.
