On March 13, 2023, 16-year-old Daysha Cazley was fatally shot in South Holland, Illinois. The incident occurred at the Holland Inn & Suites Hotel, where a dispute between Cazley and her friend escalated into a violent confrontation. According to South Holland police, the dispute took place around 6:15 a.m. and involved 21-year-old Kennisha Laing, who was believed to be staying at the hotel.
Kennisha Laing is accused of shooting and killing Daysha Cazley during this altercation. Laing has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with Cazley's death. She is currently being held without bond at the Cook County Jail.
Daysha Cazley was a junior at Gavit High School in Hammond, Indiana. Her family and community are deeply affected by her sudden and tragic death. Her mother, Regina Harris, expressed the family's heartbreak and confusion over the event, highlighting Cazley's kind and giving nature. Harris believes that Cazley's big heart may have contributed to her death, as she was always willing to help others.
The family has returned to the scene of the crime, seeking answers about the circumstances that led to Daysha's death. Cazley's cousin, Ariana Patterson, and her aunt, Shannon Harris, have also spoken about the profound impact of her loss on the family. The community is mourning the loss of a young woman who had a promising future ahead of her.
Daysha Cazley leaves behind her mother, father, and numerous family members who loved her dearly. Her family is now in the process of planning her funeral, while grappling with the emotional aftermath of her senseless murder.
