Actor Akili McDowell, known for his role in the television series “David Makes Man,” has been charged with murder in connection to a fatal shooting in Houston. The 21-year-old actor is accused of fatally shooting 20-year-old Cesar Peralta in the parking lot of an apartment complex. McDowell remains in jail with a $400,000 bond and his attorney has not commented on the case.
His manager, Jonell Whitt, expressed sympathies for all involved and declined further comment on the tragic incident. The Harris County sheriff’s office responded to the shooting on July 20, where witnesses reported a physical altercation between two men before one fled on foot after the shooting.
McDowell gained fame for his role in “David Makes Man,” an OWN series about a teen navigating friendships and dangers in a South Florida neighborhood. The actor also appeared in episodes of “Billions,” “The Astronaut Wives Club,” and has a role in the movie “The Waterboyz,” according to IMDb.
The news of McDowell’s involvement in the shooting has shocked fans and the entertainment industry, as he was seen as a rising talent with a bright future in acting. The case is ongoing, and details about the incident continue to emerge as authorities investigate the tragic event.
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