On March 22, 2024, at approximately 9:20 p.m., 18-year-old Kamari DeShaun Smith-Capps and his best friend, 18-year-old Camren Stacy, were fatally shot in the parking lot of Uncle Lee Grocery Food Market on Dixon Avenue near Scyene Road in Dallas, Texas. Responding officers found Smith-Capps in the driver's seat of a vehicle and Stacy on the ground outside; both had suffered fatal gunshot wounds.
Smith-Capps, born on January 18, 2006, in Abilene, Texas, was a compassionate and ambitious young man. He excelled in academics and sports, earning the title of freshman football player of the year, and participated in basketball and band. He was pursuing a barber certification and had dreams of attending vocational school for welding and fabrications. His mother described him as her "only child" and "everything," highlighting the profound loss felt by his family and friends.
In the months following the tragedy, Dallas police arrested 19-year-old Deantae Moore in connection with the double homicide. Moore was charged with two counts of capital murder for the deaths of Smith-Capps and Stacy. The arrest brought a measure of relief to the victims' families, though they continue to grieve the irreplaceable loss of their loved ones.
The investigation revealed that prior to the shooting, Moore had been messaging Smith-Capps on social media about purchasing Glock switches, indicating a possible motive. Despite Moore's arrest, the families remain vigilant, as authorities continue to search for additional suspects involved in the case. The community has been urged to come forward with any information to aid in achieving full justice for Kamari and Camren.
The deaths of Smith-Capps and Stacy have had a profound impact on their community, prompting calls for increased efforts to address youth violence and ensure the safety of young individuals. As the investigation continues, the families and friends of the victims hold on to cherished memories, seeking solace in the legacy of kindness, ambition, and love that both young men left behind.
