Dorian Perkins

Dorian Perkins, a 16-year-old Black male known to some as “4 DohDoh,” was just a few months past his birthday when his life was cut short. Born on January 23, 2004, Dorian was a teenager in Saint Louis, Missouri, during the spring of 2020. His death left a void in his community, where he was remembered with heartfelt online tributes and messages of support for his grieving family.

On the evening of May 15, 2020, Dorian was fatally wounded in a shooting in South City, Saint Louis. He became a victim of the gun violence that has affected so many in the city. Authorities immediately began a homicide investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the deadly incident and to find those responsible for taking the young man’s life.

The investigation into Dorian’s death progressed, and police were able to identify a person of interest. Their efforts led to the arrest of another teenager in connection with the shooting. Following the arrest, the case was handed over to the justice system to begin legal proceedings.

The case is now in litigation, meaning it is moving through the court system. The community and Dorian’s family await the conclusion of these legal proceedings, hoping for justice and accountability. In the meantime, an online memorial page for Dorian gathered hundreds of virtual candles lit in his honor. Friends and strangers left messages for his family, including one that read, “Sorry for y'all lost may God strength the whole family,” while another simply posted, “LONGLIVEMYBOAYYYY.” As of the case’s entry into the court system, it remains an active legal matter.