On the morning of September 18, 2016, Darius Deon Chapman, a 33-year-old African American male, was fatally shot in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred around 6 a.m. on Brookshire Boulevard near Interstate 85. A Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer, upon noticing what appeared to be a car accident, stopped to investigate. Inside the vehicle, the officer discovered Darius Deon Chapman with a gunshot wound; despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another man, found outside the vehicle, had sustained a gunshot wound to the arm and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Darius Deon Chapman was a well-known figure in his community. He attended Paw Creek Elementary, Coulwood Middle, and West Charlotte Senior High School. Known affectionately as "Coach D," he was deeply involved in youth sports, particularly with the West Charlotte Hornets, where he served as a mentor and coach. Friends and family remember him as a happy, loving, and caring individual who never met a stranger. He was a devoted father to two daughters and was celebrated for his positive influence on the lives of many young people in his community.
Following the shooting, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department initiated an investigation but did not immediately release information regarding potential suspects or motives. As of the latest available reports, no arrests have been made in connection with the death of Darius Deon Chapman. The case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek information from the public to aid in their investigation.
Darius Deon Chapman's funeral services were held on September 24, 2016, at New Life Fellowship Center in Charlotte. He was laid to rest at York Memorial Park in Charlotte, North Carolina. His untimely death left a profound impact on his family, friends, and the broader community, who continue to mourn his loss and advocate for justice in his case.
