In the early morning hours of September 15, 2020, the life of 29-year-old Michael Allen-Glenn Sartin, a Black/African American male, was tragically cut short in Louisville, Kentucky. Sartin was discovered shot to death inside his vehicle, becoming another victim of the city's rising gun violence. The incident marked the 114th homicide in Louisville that year, a grim statistic that underscored a growing crisis in the community.
Michael, known to some as 'Junie' or 'Mike,' was a father to
his daughter, Zareyah N. Sartin. He was the son of Michael and Dr. Renee Sartin and a brother to Chelsey R. Sartin. His mother, an associate professor of social work, has since become a vocal advocate against gun violence in the wake of her son's unsolved murder. She has spoken publicly about the devastating moment she and her husband were notified of their son's death by the coroner, a memory that continues to haunt their family.
Despite the passage of time, Michael Sartin's case remains cold. As of early 2022, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with his shooting. The lack of progress in the investigation has been a source of profound grief and frustration for his family, who continue to seek justice for his death. In the absence of answers from law enforcement, his loved ones are left to grapple with the void left by his untimely passing.
