Tarrell McClendon

Tarrell McClendon was born on July 15, 2005 in Stockton, California. He was the youngest of his 7 siblings. He had a very happy and active childhood.

He was involved in sports from a very young age. He was a member of the Delta Little League (4+ years), North Stockton Bengals (3+ years) and played basketball through the Delta Sierra Middle School after school club. When he went on to high school, he continued to pursue football, representing #16 at. Bear Creek High School.

His image was everything to him. He kept up with his hair. He made sure he was getting routine cuts and buying all the best hair products. Stepping out in his best outfits was important to him! His clothes always matched his shoes, and his attitude always matched his look!

He loved cooking and baking. His two favorites were shrimp alfredo and chocolate chip cookies! He learned to cook from his mom and sisters. He found peace being around his friends and family. He would go on bike rides with his friends after school or on the weekends. He loved to go to the movies with his family or binge watch Netflix shows at home. Music was his gateway. He would blast music and dance around in the living room. 

At one point in his life, he wanted to be a rapper/musician.He was selfless. He never hesitated to help someone in need or show concern for others. Many people who speak of him know him for his kindness and willingness to lend a hand. He was tough. He stood up for himself and others when he needed to. At the age of 15, Tarrell was living life to the fullest. He had hopes and dreams for a wonderful and successful future. 

However, on December 17, 2020, while riding his bicycle a few houses down from his residence, Tarrell was brutally and senselessly shot down; murdered by occupants in a vehicle driveby.

Stockton Police Department obtained a videotape of the car, but to date unable to identify the occupants. There are those (perhaps many) who know what transpired that day on December 17th during the early afternoon—broad daylight. It is time for them to come forward with information that will help solve this case. If anyone has information, anonymously submit

tips to Stockton Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600. Tarrell’s family deserves answers and he deserves justice.