On the night of August 27, 2023, Dallas police responded to reports of a car crash in the 3700 block of Inwood Road, near Lemmon Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered that 29-year-old Chapeera Lee had died at the scene. Initially treated as a traffic accident, the investigation took a different turn when the Dallas Police Traffic Unit found physical evidence indicating that Lee's death resulted from a shooting rather than a collision.
Further investigation revealed that Lee had been shot by 32-year-old Cortez Nute, who was present at the scene with minor injuries. Nute was transported to a local hospital for treatment and subsequently released. Detectives determined that Nute was responsible for the shooting, leading to Lee's death. He was arrested and charged with murder.
Reports indicate that Lee and Nute were acquainted, though the exact nature of their relationship has not been publicly disclosed. A close family friend described Lee as a mother, leaving behind an 8-year-old child. Nute has a prior criminal history, including charges of robbery and a violent assault on another woman in April 2023.
An affidavit later revealed that Nute admitted to attempting to shoot out Lee's tires after she had blocked his calls, leading to the fatal crash. This tragic incident underscores the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of addressing such issues within the community.
