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Murder of FBG Duck
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Location	Gold Coast, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Date	August 4, 2020 (2020-08-04) 4:26 p.m. (CDT)
Target	Carlton Dequan Weekly-Williams, also known as FBG Duck
Attack type	Murder by shooting
Victim	Carlton Dequan Weekly-Williams, also known as FBG Duck
Perpetrators	Charles Liggins Kenneth Roberson Tacarlos Offerd Christopher Thomas Marcus Smart
Motive	Gang-related violence
Verdict	Guilty on all counts
Convictions	Murder Attempted murder Conspiracy to commit murder

On August 4, 2020, 26-year-old American rapper Carlton Dequan Weekly-Williams, known professionally as FBG Duck, was murdered in Gold Coast, Chicago, Illinois. Williams was fatally shot by four gunmen in a targeted attack related to gang violence after shopping with his girlfriend outside a retail store in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Authorities charged five men with murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit murder.

All five perpetrators Charles Liggins, Kenneth Roberson, Tacarlos Offerd, Christopher Thomas, and Marcus Smart were convicted of all counts at their trial in 2021 and sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.

Attack

On August 4, 2020, FBG Duck was shopping with his girlfriend for a birthday present for his son in the Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, a popular upscale shopping district. At approximately 4:26 p.m, two vehicles: A silver Chrysler 300 and a black Ford Fusion, pulled up nearby. Four gunmen emerged from the vehicles and opened fire on Williams and his girlfriend, alongside another black male, in a coordinated attack. Williams was struck in the wrist and collapsed at the scene.

Emergency services rushed Weekly to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Surveillance footage captured the gunmen fleeing the scene in the two vehicles, which were later identified as part of the investigation. The attack was determined to be a targeted hit linked to ongoing gang rivalries between Weekly's Tookaville faction of the Gangster Disciples and the O-Block gang.

Arrests

On October 13 2021, following a two-month investigation, the Chicago Police Department arrested five individuals in connection with the murder of FBG Duck. The suspects were identified as Charles Liggins, Kenneth Roberson, Tacarlos Offerd, Christopher Thomas, and Marcus Smart, all alleged members of the O-Block gang, a rival faction to Weekly’s Tookaville group.

Another shooter, Ezell Rawls, also known as Zell Munna, was reportedly involved in the murder of FBG Duck in 2020. He died on August 24, 2021, shortly before several individuals were indicted in connection with the case.

The arrests were supported by evidence including surveillance footage from the crime scene, witness testimonies, and incriminating social media posts linking the suspects to the attack. All five were charged with murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit murder, reflecting the premeditated nature of the shooting.

Legal proceedings

Following their arrests, the five defendants faced multiple court hearings and pre-trial motions in the lead-up to their 2023 trial. Defense attorneys for Liggins, Roberson, Offerd, Thomas, and Smart argued that the prosecution’s evidence relying heavily on surveillance footage and social media was circumstantial and insufficient to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. They moved to dismiss the charges, citing a lack of direct physical evidence tying their clients to the shooting.

The presiding judge denied the defense motions, ruling that the combination of video evidence, witness statements, and digital forensics constituted a compelling case for trial. The legal proceedings advanced, with the case scheduled for a full trial in 2023.

Trial

The federal trial of Charles Liggins, Kenneth Roberson, Tacarlos Offerd, Christopher Thomas, Ralph Turpin, and Marcus Smart commenced in 2023 and spanned several weeks. The prosecution presented a robust case, relying on key evidence such as surveillance footage capturing the attack, witness testimonies identifying the perpetrators, and social media activity that suggested premeditation and gang affiliation.

The defense countered that the evidence was circumstantial, lacking definitive forensic links such as fingerprints or DNA, and urged the jury to consider reasonable doubt. After several days of deliberation, the jury returned a verdict finding all five defendants guilty of murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit murder. The convictions affirmed the prosecution’s narrative of a planned gang-related assassination. All 6 defendants were found guilty of murder on January 17 2025.

Perpetrators

The five individuals convicted in the murder of FBG Duck were all identified as members of the O-Block gang, a faction with a longstanding rivalry with Weekly’s Tookaville group. Each played a distinct role in the attack, as determined by the court.

Charles Liggins

Charles Liggins
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Born	Charles Liggins
Other names	"C Murda"
Criminal status	Incarcerated
Allegiance	O-Block
Motive	Gang-related violence
Criminal penalty	Life imprisonment without the possibility of parole
Date apprehended	October 2021

Charles Liggins, known by the alias "C Murda," was one of the primary shooters in the attack. He was identified via surveillance footage and witness statements as having fired multiple rounds at Williams. He is due to be sentenced on November 8 2025.

Kenneth Roberson

Kenneth Roberson
Born	Kenneth Roberson
Other names	"Kenny Mac"
Criminal status	Incarcerated
Allegiance	O-Block
Motive	Gang-related violence
Criminal penalty	Life imprisonment without the possibility of parole
Date apprehended	October 2021

Kenneth Roberson, alias "Kenny Mac," was the driver, actively participating in the getaway from Oak Street.

Tacarlos Offerd

Tacarlos Offerd
Born	Tacarlos Offerd
Other names	"Los"
Criminal status	Incarcerated
Allegiance	O-Block
Motive	Gang-related violence
Criminal penalty	Life imprisonment without the possibility of parole
Date apprehended	October 2021

Tacarlos Offerd, known as "Los," drove one of the vehicles used in the attack, facilitating the gunmen’s approach and escape. His sentencing is due on September 9 2025.

Christopher Thomas

Christopher Thomas
Born	Christopher Thomas
Other names	"C Thang"
Criminal status	Incarcerated
Allegiance	O-Block
Motive	Gang-related violence
Criminal penalty	Life imprisonment without the possibility of parole
Date apprehended	October 2021

Christopher Thomas, alias "C Thang," was involved in planning the murder, coordinating logistics with the other perpetrators. Allegedly, he stood over FBG Duck, whilst shooting him. His sentencing is due on August 28 2025.

Marcus Smart

Marcus Smart
Born	Marcus Smart
Other names	"Muwop"
Criminal status	Incarcerated
Allegiance	O-Block
Motive	Gang-related violence
Criminal penalty	Life imprisonment without the possibility of parole
Date apprehended	October 2021

Marcus Smart, known as "Muwop," also played a key role in planning the attack, ensuring its execution.

All five were sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole following their convictions in 2024. His sentencing is now due on September 18 2025.