De’Ayris Lequan Perkins, an 18-year-old male, tragically lost his life on Friday, December 7, 2018, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The incident that led to his untimely death was a double shooting that occurred on the city's east side. He was born on June 2, 2000, in Lima, Ohio, to Patricia Petaway and Jimmy Perkins. Remembered as a former boxer, he was known for his big heart and smile.
In the wake of this tragedy, De’Ayris became a hero even in death.
Through the Gift of Life of Indiana, his organ donations went on to save seven other lives. His loved ones remembered him as a protector who enjoyed watching and playing football and was quite the jokester. He is survived by his parents, siblings, and the love of his life, Jayla Anderson. Memorial services were held to honor his memory at Savior's Grace Ministries.
At this time, there is no publicly available information regarding any arrests or suspects in the shooting that resulted in the death of De’Ayris Perkins. His case is listed among Indiana's unsolved homicides, and the investigation into the circumstances of the shooting remains ongoing. The lack of resolution leaves his family and community still seeking justice for his death.
