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The family of legendary West Coast rapper DJ Quik is under the spotlight once again this time for tragic and serious legal reasons. On December 4, 2025, a jury found DJ Quik’s son, David Marvin Blake Jr., guilty of second-degree murder and shooting from a motor vehicle. Prosecutors say the crimes stem from a 2022 shooting that left another man dead.
The case revolves around a violent incident on May 25, 2022 in Downey, California a suburb of Los Angeles. The victim, 33-year-old Julio Moises Cardoza Jr., was reportedly involved in a fight with another individual when Blake Jr., who prosecutors say was in a nearby vehicle, exited the car and fired multiple shots. Cardoza Jr. later died at a hospital, and Blake Jr. was arrested the next day.
During the trial, the jury also found true the allegations of firearm use and great bodily injury aggravating factors that increase the potential sentence. As it stands, Blake Jr. now faces up to 40 years to life in state prison. Sentencing is slated for February 6, 2026.
A Star’s Fallout: From Music Aspirations to Murder Conviction
Before the tragedy, David Blake Jr. who once went by the stage name D. Blake had dabbled in music, appearing on his father’s projects and pursuing his own career ambitions. He reportedly also worked as a liaison to a former Compton city councilman, trying to balance life between civic work and music aspirations.
The conviction adds a grim chapter to the family’s public history. DJ Quik born David Marvin Blake Sr. built his legacy as a respected rapper, producer, and figure in West Coast hip-hop. But with the guilty verdict against his son, his family is now making headlines for very different reason.
What We Know About the Case
- Incident date: May 25, 2022 a fight breaks out at a residence on Carfax Avenue, near the San Gabriel River, in Downey, CA.
- Victim: Julio Moises Cardoza Jr., 33. Shot multiple times from a vehicle, later died at hospital. XXL Mag+2AllHipHop+2
- Defendant: David Marvin Blake Jr., son of DJ Quik. Arrested May 26, 2022; bail reportedly set at $2 million after the initial charges.
- Verdict: Guilty of second-degree murder and shooting from a motor vehicle; gun and bodily injury enhancements sustained.
- Potential punishment: 40 years to life; sentencing scheduled February 6, 2026.
What This Means for DJ Quik & the Hip-Hop Community
The verdict delivers a heavy blow to DJ Quik’s public legacy. As a revered figure in hip-hop, his story has always been about musical prowess, creativity, and influence. Now, with this conviction, his family becomes the subject of serious scrutiny. For fans and the wider community, the judgment casts a shadow over the achievements highlighting once again that fame and legacy don’t shield families from real-world consequences.
Moreover, the case is a grim reminder of gun violence, accountability, and the legal consequences of choices. A once hopeful music path for Blake Jr. has been derailed replaced with years behind bars, a shattered future, and a family in crisis.
What’s Next
Sentencing in February 2026 will officially determine how many years, if not life, Blake Jr. spends in prison. Until then:
- Supporters and critics alike will watch for possible appeals or statements from the family.
- The music community may respond with discussions around responsibility, legacy, and the consequences of violence.
- DJ Quik who has not yet issued a public statement after the verdict may face pressure to address the situation.
The conviction of David Marvin Blake Jr. marks a tragic, deeply personal turn in a story that once held promise not just for him, but for a family rooted in music legacy. Now, it’s a sobering affair of justice, consequence, and reflection.
For DJ Quik, the contrast between his legendary status in hip-hop and this family tragedy is stark. For fans, it’s a reminder that fame doesn’t make anyone immune to loss, accountability, or the weight of their actions.
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