The HBCU and Divine 9 communities proceed to grieve following the tragic lack of Anthony “AP” Pearson, a loyal member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., who was fatally shot throughout a fraternity picnic in Coan Park, Atlanta, on Saturday, June 28.
Pearson, 33, was attending a pre-conclave gathering hosted by the Gamma Zeta and Gamma Chi chapters when an uninvited particular person approached the occasion, started a verbal altercation, and opened hearth. Pearson died on the scene. A second sufferer, 23-year-old Justin Minnitee, additionally misplaced his life. Two others had been injured.
A Brother, Father, and Pal
Pearson’s passing has left a deep void—not solely amongst his fraternity brothers but additionally among the many many who knew him as a father, mentor, and real spirit. He’s particularly remembered for his love and dedication to his younger daughter, who’s now left with out her father.
To honor his reminiscence and assist his little one’s future, a fundraiser has been launched by the fraternity and family members. All donations will go straight towards caring for and offering for Pearson’s daughter, guaranteeing she is surrounded by the assist, love, and assets her father would have needed for her.
👉 Donate Right here: Fundraiser for Anthony “AP” Pearson’s Daughter
This fundraiser is about securing one thing for Avery’s future. That’s what AP would have needed and we wish to make certain she’s taken care of in the identical spirit he took care of all of us.
A Name for Reflection and Safety
The tragic taking pictures has prompted renewed conversations about security at public occasions, significantly these hosted by Black fraternities and sororities. As Kappa Alpha Psi’s nationwide conclave is about to start this week in Phoenix (July 1–6), members are anticipated to collect in solidarity, honor AP’s life, and discover methods to forestall such tragedies sooner or later.
Police are nonetheless investigating. No arrests have been made right now.
HBCU Buzz Stands With the Group
We ship our deepest condolences to the households of Anthony Pearson and Justin Minnitee, to the Gamma Chi and Gamma Zeta chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi, and to the complete Divine 9 group. As extra updates change into accessible, we are going to proceed to comply with this story and amplify the voices calling for therapeutic, justice, and peace.
