On a spring day in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the life of 19-year-old Omarre Brishon Williams-Dickey was tragically cut short. The young man, born on November 20, 2003, was found with a gunshot wound to the head near the intersection of Bridge Street and Gilbert Avenue on May 11, 2023. He was rushed to a local hospital for medical attention. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, he succumbed to his injuries.
His official date of death is listed as May 13, 2023.
Known to his loved ones as 'M3,' Omarre was remembered as a kind-hearted and helpful young man with a love for fashion. He had graduated from high school in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, and enjoyed fishing. He was a protector to his siblings and was cherished by his large and loving family. In a final act of generosity, his organs were donated to help others, allowing his heart to continue to beat on.
The investigation into Omarre's death led Kalamazoo Public Safety to identify a suspect. Catrell Woods, who was 20 years old at the time, was arrested and charged with the murder of Omarre Williams-Dickey. The tireless work of officers, detectives, and prosecutors culminated in a trial where Woods was ultimately convicted of the crime.
In August 2024, a jury found Catrell Woods guilty of the murder of Omarre Brishon Williams-Dickey. Following his conviction, Woods awaited sentencing, which was scheduled to take place in September of that year. The successful prosecution brought a measure of justice for Omarre and his grieving family, though his absence remains a profound loss to his community.
