In the late afternoon of a Tuesday in Cleveland, a burst of gunfire shattered the quiet of a residential street, leaving three teenagers wounded and a community in shock. Ecaurion M. Wymes, an 18-year-old male, was caught in the violence that erupted on March 24, 2026, in the 3100 block of West 46th Street. First responders arrived to a chaotic scene, finding Ecaurion and two other boys, aged 15 and 16, with gunshot wounds.
They were all rushed to MetroHealth Medical Center for treatment.
The following day, on March 25, 2026, Ecaurion M. Wymes succumbed to his injuries, his life cut tragically short. The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed his identity and death. The conditions of the other two teenagers who were shot have not been publicly detailed. In the wake of the shooting, the Cleveland Division of Police launched an investigation into the incident, which remains active and ongoing. At this time, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been announced in connection with the shooting.
Ecaurion, born in Cleveland on May 11, 2007, was remembered by his family for his vibrant personality and the happiness he brought to those who knew him. He had a passion for writing, singing, and dancing. His family, including his mother and brother, have been left to mourn their profound loss. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting that claimed the young man's life continues as authorities appeal to the public for any information that may lead to the apprehension of those responsible.
