Nashville, NC Murder Case Update

Nashville, NC Murder Case Update

Victim:

• Calvin Akeem Ellis (aka “Chucky”) was fatally shot on Sunday, September 1, 2025, at 713 Smith Street. He later died at the hospital from multiple gunshot wounds.

Initial Investigation:

• False information was provided by individuals at the scene.

• Several suspects fled before police arrived.

Arrests Made (As of September 2, 2025):

1. Kever Thomas Lee

   • Charges: First-Degree Murder, Conspiracy to Commit Murder

   • Status: Held without bond; court appearance set for Sept. 4 at 9:00 a.m.

   • Note: On probation for Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling

2. Otha Chavis Jr.

   • Charges: Accessory After the Fact, Conspiracy to Commit Murder

   • Status: Held without bond; court appearance set for Sept. 4 at 9:00 a.m.

3. Patrick Richardson

   • Charge: Felony Obstruction of Justice

   • Status: $500,000 bond; court appearance on Sept. 4

   • Note: Was on parole for a rape-related offense; cut off ankle monitor and tried to flee

4. Juvenile (Name Withheld)

   • Charge: Conspiracy to Commit Murder

   • Status: In custody at Wake County Juvenile Detention Center