Son of DJ Quik Convicted in Deadly shooting, Faces Up to 40 Years in Prison
Los Angeles – David Marvin Blake Jr., son of renowned G-Funk artist DJ quik, was found guilty Thursday (Dec. 4) of second-degree murder and shooting from a motor vehicle in connection with a fatal shooting in 2022. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced the jury’s verdict, which carries a potential sentence of up to 40 years in prison.
The conviction stems from the death of 31-year-old Julio Moises Cardoza, Jr.,who was fatally shot on May 25,2022,in Downey,California. Prosecutors presented evidence indicating a fight between Cardoza and another individual preceded the shooting, with Blake allegedly opening fire from a vehicle, striking Cardoza multiple times before fleeing the scene. Cardoza later died at a hospital. Blake was arrested the following day, with bail set at $2 million.
Prior to his arrest, Blake was actively pursuing a music career, appearing on his father’s 2014 album, The Midnight Life. He was also reportedly working as a liaison for then-Compton City Councilman Issac Galvan. Galvan was removed from office in 2022 following his own legal issues, pleading guilty to accepting bribes related to cannabis permits and facing election fraud allegations.
blake’s sentencing is scheduled for February 6, 2026.
