Delvonte Deon Kirk, age 19, was killed on August 8, 2016, in San Antonio, Texas. The shooting occurred at approximately 2:44 a.m. at the intersection of Walzem Road and Austin Highway. Delvonte was a passenger in a vehicle that had stopped at a red light when another car, described as gray or dark-colored, pulled up beside them and fired multiple shots into their vehicle. Delvonte was struck multiple times by gunfire and succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The driver, another 19-year-old male, was also hit by gunfire but survived and was taken to the hospital, where he continued to recover.
The motive for the shooting remains unknown, and no suspects were identified at the time. Crime Stoppers of San Antonio is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that could lead to an arrest in Delvonte's murder. Authorities have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward, assuring anonymity for those submitting tips. The senseless nature of this drive-by shooting left the community seeking answers, and the investigation remains open, with police hoping for any new leads that might provide justice for Delvonte and his family.
For more details or to provide a tip, individuals are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of San Antonio.
