Delion Keyona Snotty Burks, a 39-year-old Black male, was fatally shot on the evening of May 24, 2021, in Louisville, Kentucky. The incident occurred outside a Family Dollar store located in the Park DuValle neighborhood. Burks was the victim of a drive-by shooting, sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. At the time of the tragic event, he was accompanied by his three-year-old son, who was fortunately not physically harmed.
Family and friends gathered at the scene, overcome with grief and
shock. They described Burks as a beloved father and a central figure within their close-knit family, acknowledging that while he wasn't perfect, he was deeply loved and his loss created a significant void in their lives. His cousin recalled the devastating phone calls that spread the news of his death among family members, forever altering their lives. The community created a memorial at the site of the shooting to honor his memory.
As of the latest available information, the investigation into the murder of Delion Burks is still active and ongoing. The Louisville Metro Police Department has not publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the case. Law enforcement officials have appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of those responsible for the fatal shooting. The family continues to hope for justice and encourages anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward.
