On Valentine's Day in 2024, a tragic event unfolded in Moore, Oklahoma, leading to the death of 31-year-old Tevis Malik Desan Chess, a Black / African American man. Chess was at the home of his girlfriend, located near Southeast 14th Street and Morgan Drive, when the quiet evening was shattered by an act of violence. The estranged husband of Chess's girlfriend, identified as Bobby Oliver Jr., allegedly forced his way into the residence by breaking through a window.
Once inside, Oliver proceeded to a back bedroom where he reportedly shot Chess multiple times. According to witness accounts, the violence did not end with the gunshots. Oliver was then seen standing over Chess, kicking and stomping on his body. Following this brutal assault, Oliver is said to have entered the children's bedroom, spoken to them briefly, and then fled the scene.
The aftermath of the shooting set off a search for the suspect. Law enforcement was able to locate and apprehend Bobby Oliver Jr.
at his family's home in the nearby city of Norman. Reports indicate that Oliver had confessed to his father that he had shot someone, which ultimately led to his capture without any further incident. He was subsequently taken into custody.
As a result of the investigation, Bobby Oliver Jr. has been formally charged with first-degree murder and first-degree burglary. His bond was set at $3.5 million, with the condition that he is to have no contact with any of the state's witnesses. The death of Tevis Chess, remembered as a devoted father to two young daughters, a cherished son, and a friend to many, has left a profound impact on his family and the local community. In the wake of this tragedy, a GoFundMe campaign was created to help his family with the unexpected funeral expenses.
