Deqwan Markell Chester, a 19-year-old resident of Apopka, Florida, was fatally shot in the early morning hours of October 30, 2024. The incident occurred at the corner of West Celeste Street and South Washington Avenue in South Apopka.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a shooting around 2 a.m. Upon arrival, deputies found Deqwan Markell Chester, who had been shot.
Despite the efforts of the responding officers, Chester was pronounced dead at the scene due to his injuries.
The investigation into Chester's death is ongoing, and as of the current date, no further details have been released regarding the circumstances of the shooting or any potential suspects. The case remains under active investigation by the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Deqwan Markell Chester was born on May 19, 2005, and his death at the age of 19 has been recognized as a victim of gun violence. His passing has been noted in various memorials and reports highlighting gun violence incidents across the United States.
