In the spring of 2022, a young man's life was tragically cut short in a senseless act of violence. Quintin Alexander Dewberry, a 23-year-old African American male from Blue Springs, Missouri, was shot and killed on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, in Kansas City, Missouri. Known to some as Quintin King, he was born on September 9, 1998, and worked as a communications technologist.
His death left a profound void in the lives of his family and friends, who remembered him for his vibrant personality and his passions for singing, rapping, and shooting pool.
The circumstances surrounding Dewberry's death are particularly heartbreaking, as his mother reported that he was killed over a mere $100 debt. His life had not been without struggles. He had faced challenges from a young age and had spent a significant portion of his adult life incarcerated. After his release in September 2021, he found it difficult to secure employment due to his past, a struggle that his family believes led him down a dangerous path in the weeks leading up to his death. Despite his past, his family remembers him as a joyful person who was passionate about his music and his faith.
As of the latest available information, the investigation into Quintin Dewberry's homicide is ongoing, and no arrests have been made. The Independence police have been searching for a vehicle connected to the shooting. Dewberry's mother, Melinda Mueller, has expressed her profound grief and frustration, stating that she has seen a video of the shooting and believes she knows who is responsible, yet no charges have been filed. A reward of up to $25,000 has been offered for information that leads to an arrest in the case. The family held a memorial service to celebrate his life at Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs, as they continue to hope for justice.
