Michael Alexander Nickell was 17 when he was shot and killed in Claycomo, Missouri, on December 2, 2020. Born July 14, 2003, in Independence, Missouri, he was remembered by family as kind, thoughtful, funny and grateful. A graveside service took place on December 7, 2020, at Seaton Cemetery.

The investigation is described as unresolved with no public developments reported. Michael is survived by his mother and stepfather, two brothers, grandparents, a great-grandmother and extended family.

If anyone knew Michael or has information about the shooting on December 2, 2020, please come forward and share what you know.