In the late hours of an autumn evening, a burst of violence shattered the quiet of an Alexandria, Virginia neighborhood, ultimately claiming the life of a young father. Just before midnight on October 9, 2019, police responded to reports of a possible shooting in the 300 block of South Reynolds Street. There, they discovered 21-year-old De'shon Jenkins suffering from a wound to his upper body.
Known to some by his musical artist name, King Love, Jenkins was rushed to a local hospital for medical attention.
Despite the efforts of medical personnel, De'shon Jenkins succumbed to his injuries two days later, on October 11, 2019. His death marked the second homicide in the city of Alexandria that year. In the wake of the tragedy, a GoFundMe page was created, which stated that Jenkins was a devoted father to a young daughter and was reportedly protecting his mother and child at the time of the incident.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, the Alexandria Police Department opened a homicide investigation. They appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of those responsible for Jenkins' death. A candlelight vigil was held on October 18, 2019, to honor his memory, bringing together friends, family, and community members saddened by the sudden loss. As of the latest available online reports, no arrests have been publicly announced in connection with the shooting, and police have not released any details about potential suspects. The investigation into the death of De'shon Jenkins remains ongoing.
