On February 19, 2023, 16-year-old Connor Mays, a white male from York, Pennsylvania, was fatally shot in Conewago Township, Adams County. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. at a residence on the 300 block of Third Street in the Village of Midway. According to police reports, Connor heard someone entering the home through a window and went downstairs to investigate. There, he encountered 22-year-old David Galemore of Hanover, Pennsylvania.
An altercation ensued, during which Galemore allegedly drew a handgun and fired multiple shots, striking Connor. Connor was pronounced dead at the scene.
A witness present in the home at the time of the shooting informed police that he heard the commotion and, upon descending the stairs, saw Galemore and Connor engaged in a physical struggle. The witness reported seeing Galemore produce a firearm and hearing several gunshots. Shortly after the incident, Galemore contacted Pennsylvania State Police and admitted to being involved in the shooting. He was taken into custody and charged with criminal homicide. Galemore is currently being held at the Adams County Prison without bail, and his preliminary hearing was scheduled for March 1, 2023.
Authorities have indicated that Connor Mays, a 16-year-old white male, and David Galemore had a prior history and that there was animosity between them leading up to the incident. The exact nature of their relationship and the motive behind the shooting have not been fully disclosed, as the investigation is ongoing. Connor's death has been ruled a homicide, and an autopsy was performed to determine the exact cause of death.
The tragic loss of Connor Mays, a 16-year-old white male, has deeply affected the local community. A memorial page has been established in his honor, where friends and family have shared memories and lit candles to commemorate his life. The case remains under investigation as authorities continue to gather information and evidence related to the shooting.
