On June 11, 2023, 20-year-old Zamyr McGee-Bohannon was fatally shot in front of his grandparents' home in Calumet City, Illinois. The incident occurred around 7:00 pm when Zamyr had just exited a car in the driveway and was approaching the door of his grandparents' house on Price Street.
Surveillance footage captured the horrific event, showing two gunmen emerging from a vehicle and opening fire on Zamyr. The video reveals that the shooters were armed with what appeared to be semi-automatic weapons and fired at least 18 shots, with some reports indicating as many as 40 rounds were fired.
According to Zamyr's father, Javoris Bohannon, the gunmen had been waiting outside the house, anticipating Zamyr's arrival. The footage shows Zamyr running off the porch and taking cover in the yard, where he was ultimately shot. The video does not show the actual shooting but depicts the gunmen jumping out of their vehicle with guns in hand.
The shooting resulted in significant damage to the grandparents' home, with bullets entering the house, although thankfully, Zamyr's grandparents were not physically harmed. However, the emotional impact on the family has been profound, with Javoris Bohannon describing the broken windows as a reflection of his own shattered heart.
The investigation into Zamyr's death is ongoing, with the Calumet City police and the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force actively working on the case. However, there have been challenges in obtaining cooperation from witnesses, including one who allegedly returned fire during the incident. Zamyr's father has appealed to the community and the witnesses, particularly those who were in the car with Zamyr, to come forward and provide any information that could help in the investigation.
The community has rallied around Zamyr's family, offering support and prayers during this difficult time. The family's decision to share the surveillance video is seen as a courageous step towards seeking justice and closure for Zamyr's tragic death.
