Devaughn Perkins, an 18-year-old from Menifee, California, tragically lost his life on May 26, 2018. Perkins, a recent graduate of Murrieta Mesa High School and a student at Cal State Dominguez Hills, was attending a house party when he was fatally shot. The incident occurred just after midnight in the area of Cleary Street and Michener Drive. Perkins was outside the house when a bullet struck him in the neck.
Despite the efforts of his friends and first responders, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Perkins' death has left his family and community in deep mourning. His older brother, Rodrick Futrell, who was on the phone with him during his final moments, expressed profound grief and guilt over not being able to protect him. Perkins was remembered as a loving and caring individual who had a bright future ahead of him. He had just completed his first year of college with a 3.4 GPA and had aspirations of owning his own business.
The investigation into Perkins' death revealed that there had been an altercation earlier in the evening, although Perkins was not involved. He was reportedly leaving the party when the shooting occurred. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department has been actively investigating the case, but as of the latest updates, the shooter remains at large. Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward to help bring justice for Perkins and his family.
The community has rallied around Perkins' family, holding vigils and setting up a GoFundMe page to assist with funeral expenses. His mother, Ernestine Anderson, and grandmother, Sandra Perkins, have been vocal in their calls for the shooter to turn themselves in and for an end to the violence that claimed the life of their beloved Devaughn. The case remains open, with law enforcement following up on all leads in hopes of finding the person responsible for this senseless act.
