In the early morning hours of a late April day, the city of Lexington, Kentucky, was marked by a tragedy that cut short a promising young life. Damar Weathers, an 18-year-old male, was found lifeless in Castlewood Park on Sunday, April 30, 2023. The Fayette County Coroner's Office confirmed that he had died from a gunshot wound. Police were called to the park around 8 a.m.
and discovered the young man, who was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after.
Weathers was on the cusp of a significant milestone, having recently completed his graduation requirements at Bryan Station High School. He was looking forward to walking in the graduation ceremony that May. His involvement in the school's Jobs for America's Graduates program and the Bryan Station Medical Academy spoke to his aspirations and the connections he had forged with both students and staff. His death, the city's fifth homicide of the year, sent ripples of grief through his school and the wider community.
Born Damarvieon Lamonte Sellers on March 19, 2005, in Lea County, New Mexico, he was remembered for his big heart and his readiness to help others, especially younger children and individuals with special needs. He had a love for animals and sports and was a cherished son, brother, and friend. He is survived by his parents, Duane and Francine Weathers, and numerous siblings.
In the wake of the shooting, Lexington police opened a homicide investigation. They appealed to the public for any information that might lead to an understanding of the events that transpired in the park. As of the latest available reports, no arrests have been made and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with the death of Damar Weathers. The investigation remains ongoing as his family, friends, and community continue to seek answers and justice.
