Tamara Dorena Shellum, 44, of San Diego was found dead in her parked car on Bethune Court near the entrance to Emerald Hills Neighborhood Park on May 9, 2021. San Diego Fire-Rescue personnel were called for a welfare check after a man reported concern; they discovered Shellum unresponsive in the vehicle, which had visible bullet holes in the windshield.

Investigators say Shellum was not involved in gang activity, but her killing was tied to gang-related violence. By May 26, 2021, police had arrested 22-year-old Kenneth Earl Brooks as a suspect; prosecutors alleged he was targeting rival gang members when Shellum was shot. Other arrests and evidence recoveries were later announced as the investigation continued.

What is known about Shellum’s last movements or who she might have been with that day?