Garry Petrez Wills Jr., a 27-year-old man from Dayton, Ohio, tragically lost his life to gun violence on September 23, 2023. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of that Saturday, with authorities responding to reports of a shooting.
According to the Montgomery County Coroner, Dr. Kent Harshbarger, Wills was pronounced dead just after 6:30 am in the first block of East Fairview Avenue in Dayton.
Known affectionately as "Stink" to his friends and family, Wills was born on October 12, 1995.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear based on the available information. No details regarding arrests or suspects have been released to the public at this time. The Dayton Police Department is likely conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident, but specific information about potential perpetrators or motives has not been disclosed in the provided sources.
Wills' untimely death adds to the sobering statistics of gun violence in the United States. His passing has left a void in the Dayton community and among his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jaden McKinnon, and several other family members.
As the investigation continues, local authorities may release more information about the case in the future. For now, the community mourns the loss of a young life cut short by gun violence.
