Melvin "Mo3" Abdul-Meleek Noble Jr., a 28-year-old African American rapper from Dallas, Texas, was fatally shot on November 11, 2020. He was driving northbound on Interstate 35 near Clarendon Drive when he was approached by a suspect armed with a firearm. The suspect exited his vehicle and chased Noble, who got out of his car and began running. During the pursuit, the suspect shot Noble multiple times, also injuring an innocent bystander.
Noble was taken to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The suspect, who has not been publicly identified, fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan. Dallas police launched an investigation into the incident, describing it as a brazen daytime shooting. The investigation revealed that the suspect was a Black male. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, no arrests were made immediately following the shooting.
In the aftermath of Noble's death, two men, Kewon Dontrell White and Devin Maurice Brown Jr., were implicated in connection with the shooting. White was arrested in August 2020 on unrelated charges and found to be in possession of a firearm, leading to federal charges. Brown was also arrested and found with a stolen AK-47 and drugs in his possession. Both men were indicted on federal gun charges, and White faced additional state murder charges for Noble's death.
As of now, the murder case remains pending, with both White and Brown awaiting trial. The investigation continues as authorities seek to bring those responsible for Noble's death to justice.
Melvin "Mo3" Noble was known for his impactful music and his efforts to inspire and uplift his community through his art. His untimely death left a significant void in the hip-hop community and among his fans.
