Malik Golar became a victim of senseless violence on the evening of June 6, 2017. He suffered a gunshot wound to the head while sitting in his car in his neighborhood as he prepared to go to work.

Malik was shot unexpectedly with an assault rifle by the shooter who fired three times into the vehicle from the rear passenger window striking Malik once in the head before fleeing the scene.

It is a miracle that Malik survived the shooting and was able to name the last person who was with him prior to the incident. Malik has a long recovery and medical attention and rehabilitation will be extensive. We are asking for support and assistance from those who know and love Malik, as well as from those who are against violence against our youths who are trying to make a positive impact to our society.

About Malik Golar:
As a talented, self- taught percussionist , Malik made history by being the first freshman of Southwest DeKalb High School to be selected to join the prestigious, nationally recognized SWD Marching Band Drumline.

Malik graduated from SWD and made history as the first graduate to receive a Lacrosse scholarship. He began matriculation at Reinhardt University in Fall 2015 with a focused major in Film and Photography. As a Sophomore, Malik was part of the Lacrosse team who were crowned 2017 National Champions at NAIA Men's Lacrosse National Invitational.

Malik is a professional photographer with his own business , Malik Golar Photography. A great portion of his work is showcased on Instagram : @malikgolar