DJ Quik’s son has been convicted in connection with a deadly shooting that took place in 2022.

On Thursday, December 4, a Los Angeles County jury found David Marvin Blake Jr. guilty of one count of second-degree murder and one count of shooting from a motor vehicle, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. The verdict concludes a high-profile case that has drawn attention due to Blake’s family background and prior involvement in music and local politics.

The charges stem from the fatal shooting of Julio Moises Cardoza Jr., which occurred on May 25, 2022, in Downey, California. Court records indicate that an altercation broke out between Cardoza Jr. and another individual. Shortly after the confrontation, Blake allegedly fired multiple gunshots at Cardoza Jr. from a nearby vehicle before fleeing the scene. Cardoza Jr. sustained several gunshot wounds and was transported to a hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Blake was arrested the following day in Porter Ranch, California. Authorities held him on a $2 million bond as the investigation continued and formal charges were filed.

Before his arrest, Blake was pursuing a growing career in hip-hop under the stage name D. Blake. He appeared on DJ Quik’s 2014 album The Midnight Life and released several solo tracks, including “Official,” “Rollin” featuring Kinglife Herb, and “I Wanna Know (Remix)” featuring Dom Kennedy. His music career showed early promise, fueled in part by his connection to his father, a pioneering figure in West Coast rap.

In addition to music, Blake was reportedly working as a liaison for Compton City Councilman Isaac Galvin at the time of the shooting, according to KTLA 5. Galvin was later removed from office in 2022 following allegations of election fraud. In 2024, Galvin pleaded guilty to accepting bribes in exchange for approving cannabis permits, adding further scrutiny to individuals associated with his office.

Blake is scheduled to be sentenced on February 6, 2026. He faces a potential sentence of 40 years to life in state prison, marking a dramatic fall from his earlier aspirations in music and public service.

The case serves as a sobering reminder of how quickly personal and professional trajectories can change, even for those connected to fame and opportunity.