Brandon Bell, a 28-year-old male from Youngstown, OH, tragically died on August 24, 2021. He was the son of John Bell and Ayanna Mills, and he managed the family-owned business, "Mills on Wheels Limo Service." Brandon was known for his bright, hilarious personality and his willingness to help others. He left behind a large family, including his siblings, girlfriend Brittany Martin, and many friends.
Brandon's death was part of a double homicide that occurred at his mother's home on Salt
Springs Road in Youngstown. His mother, Ayanna Mills, was also killed in the incident. The suspect, Jabrae Perry, was Brandon's mother's boyfriend. According to reports, Perry shot Ayanna Mills early in the morning, and when Brandon and his brother Malik went to check on her, Perry also shot Brandon. Perry then fled to Columbus but was later found and returned to Youngstown by U.S. Marshals.
The case against Jabrae Perry was complex due to his diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder, which led to the death penalty being taken off the table. Perry eventually pleaded guilty to aggravated murder and murder, and in December 2024, he was sentenced to 23 years to life in prison. The family has expressed frustration with the lengthy legal process and the outcome of the case, feeling that justice was not fully served.
The loss of Brandon Bell has deeply affected his family and friends, who continue to seek closure and justice for his untimely death.
