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Kelby DVonte Bugg Shorty

Case from Memphis, TN dated Jul 04, 2021

Victim Details

Kelby DVonte Bugg Shorty

Male

Black / African American

Memphis

TN

2021-07-04

7

Kelby

DVonte Bugg Shorty

07/09/2026

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Kelby DVonte Bugg Shorty, a 7-year-old African American boy from Memphis, Tennessee, lost his life in a senseless act of violence on the Fourth of July in 2021. The young boy, known affectionately as 'Bugg,' was outside with other children, enjoying the holiday festivities and setting off fireworks on North Montgomery Street when the celebration was tragically cut short. A vehicle approached, and an individual emerged, shouting before opening fire into the crowd. Kelby was struck and died at the ...
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  • WREG.com: Suspect wanted in 7-year-old’s death may be connected to 2019 deadly shooting
  • Obituary for Kelby D'Vonte Shorty at Superior Funeral Home Hollywood Chapel
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    I was just thinking about the bravery of the kids who hid in the closet during the shooting that too... ...Read More
    05/30/2024
    I just wanted to reflect on the incredible show of solidarity from the Memphis community at Kelby's ... ...Read More
    04/19/2024
    It's so disheartening to see how an innocent day of celebration turned into a tragedy for Kelby and ... ...Read More
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