Darrell (Eubanks) Banks

Death by Force

Darrell Banks, born Darrell Eubanks on July 25, 1937, was a prominent soul singer known for his hit single "Open the Door to Your Heart." His life was tragically cut short on February 24, 1970, in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 32. Banks was shot and killed by off-duty police officer Aaron Bullock. The incident occurred when Banks intervened in an affair between Bullock and Banks's girlfriend, Marjorie Bozeman. According to reports, Bozeman was attempting to end her relationship with Banks whe ...Read More

Darrell (Eubanks) Banks, age 32 - National Gun Violence Memorial