Shaquan Newby, a 19-year-old male from Springfield, Ohio, tragically passed away on October 22, 2015. He was born on June 1, 1996, and was remembered fondly by his family and friends. Shaquan's death was the result of a shooting incident, and he was found in the front yard of a home on South Yellow Springs Street.
Derrick Clerk, a 26-year-old man from Springfield, was arrested in connection with Shaquan's death.
According to court records, witnesses at the scene reported that Clerk and Newby had an argument before shots were fired. Clerk fled the area after the shooting but was later captured in Detroit by U.S. Marshals and extradited back to Springfield. He was charged with murder but pleaded not guilty.
However, a Clark County grand jury declined to indict Clerk on the murder charge, citing evidence that suggested self-defense. The grand jury did indict him on a tampering with evidence charge, as it was alleged that Clerk disposed of the gun used in the shooting. The case remains open, and authorities have stated that they will bring it back to the grand jury if new evidence emerges.
Shaquan's death was part of a string of fatal shootings in Springfield during the fall of 2015, which included the unsolved killing of Candance Prunty and the murders of Bryant Michael Lawson and Titus Lee Ford. The community and law enforcement continue to seek justice for these victims and their families.
Shaquan Newby's memory lives on through his family, including his parents, siblings, and his son, Jah-Sear D. Minter. His passing left a significant impact on those who knew him, and his loved ones continue to honor his legacy.
