On the morning of December 13, 2015, a wave of violence swept through the city of Petersburg, Virginia, leaving a community in shock and a family mourning the loss of 21-year-old Kawaun A. Quarles. Known affectionately as 'Dro' to his friends and family, Quarles was a resident of Petersburg and a graduate of Petersburg High School, where he had excelled in sports. That morning, police responded to reports of multiple shootings across the city, and Kawaun Quarles was found as one of the victims.
Born on February 20, 1994, Quarles was remembered for his vibrant personality and a smile that could light up a room. He was a father to three young daughters whom he adored. His untimely death was a tragic consequence of the gun violence that plagued the city on that day. The circumstances surrounding his death were part of a larger, broader investigation into the series of violent events that transpired.
In the wake of the shootings, the Petersburg police launched an investigation to uncover the motives behind the violence and to identify those responsible. Despite their efforts, public information regarding any arrests, suspects, or subsequent legal proceedings related to the death of Kawaun Quarles has been scarce. The lack of readily available public information suggests that the case may remain unresolved, leaving his family and friends still seeking justice and closure. The investigation highlighted the challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing violent crime within the community.
