Michael L. Lewis, a 32-year-old male from Elyria, OH, tragically passed away on January 31, 2016. He was found dead in a car on Fox Hill Lane along with his wife, 22-year-old Fannie Lewis. Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene, and an autopsy was scheduled to determine the cause of death.
The Elyria Police Department launched a homicide investigation following the discovery of the bodies.
The investigation revealed that the couple was shot in their Chevrolet Traverse, which had New York license plates. The police continued to investigate the case, focusing on gathering evidence and identifying potential suspects.
In January 2017, Jocquez Ross of Lorain was indicted on two counts of aggravated murder for the deaths of Michael Lewis and Fannie Lewis. Ross, a member of the organized drug gang Money Over Everything , was arrested during a raid targeting the gang. He faced additional charges related to engaging in corrupt activity, trafficking and possession of cocaine and heroin, and having weapons under disability.
The case against Ross highlighted the violent nature of the gang's activities and the impact on innocent victims like Michael and Fannie Lewis. The indictment brought some measure of justice for the victims' families, who were notified of the charges against Ross.
The tragic deaths of Michael and Fannie Lewis underscore the devastating consequences of gang violence and the importance of law enforcement efforts to combat such criminal activities. The investigation and subsequent legal proceedings aimed to hold those responsible accountable and prevent further loss of life in the community.
