Joseph Michael Gault II was 17 when he was found shot and lying in a roadway in Greenville, South Carolina. He was taken to the Greenville Hospital System but died of his injuries on October 31, 2017. Born September 2, 2000, he was a junior at Southside High School and described by neighborhood acquaintances as respectful and friendly.

Known to some as 2 Lil Joe, Joseph’s death is recorded as a loss to gun violence. Funeral services took place at Beasley Funeral Home Chapel in Greenville and the burial was private. Details about the circumstances of the shooting and whether any suspects were identified or arrests made have not been released in the years since his death.

If anyone knew Joseph or has information about what happened that night, please share what you remember.