In the fall of 2022, a bright and vibrant life was tragically cut short in Saginaw, Michigan. Emari Doss-Collins, a 16-year-old African American girl, was fatally wounded in a shooting on October 23. A student at Arthur Hill High School with aspirations of graduating in 2024, Emari was known for her playful and outspoken personality. She was not only a student but also a dedicated employee at the St. Francis Home in Saginaw, balancing her studies with her work.
Emari was a cherished daughter, born on April 30, 2006, to Diamond Doss and Esmond Collins, and a beloved member of her community who attended Victorious Believers Ministries Church of God in Christ.
On that fateful Sunday, Emari was the victim of gun violence that also resulted in a 23-year-old male passenger sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. He was able to seek treatment at a local hospital, but Emari succumbed to her wounds. The shooting sent shockwaves through her family, friends, and the wider Saginaw community, leaving them to mourn the senseless loss of a young woman with a promising future. Her fashionable sense of style and love for dancing were just some of the vibrant qualities that her loved ones remembered.
In the wake of the tragedy, the Saginaw Police Department launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. However, details about potential motives or the events leading up to the incident have not been publicly disclosed. To date, no arrests have been made in connection with the death of Emari Doss-Collins, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to seek answers and justice for Emari and her grieving family. The community continues to hold onto the memory of the lively and cherished teenager, hoping for a resolution to her untimely death.
