Darrell E. Kelley Jr., known as D.J., was 18 when he was shot and killed on September 26, 2019, on the northwest side of Quincy, Illinois. Born October 3, 2000, in Detroit, he was described as a beloved son, brother and friend who played football for the Blue Devils and enjoyed gaming, music and scary movies.

The shooting followed a disagreement between Darrell and another teenager, Roger Parker Jr., who was 16 at the time. Reports say the two had a history of conflict. Darrell was shot three times and died of his injuries. Parker was arrested and charged with second-degree murder, tried as an adult, pleaded guilty and received a 20-year prison sentence.

Family members Darrell Sr. and Lindsey Kelley urged an end to violence and called for removing weapons from the streets. If anyone knew Darrell, was in that part of Quincy that night, or has information about the events leading up to the shooting, please share what can help the record.