Sherman Jr. Carrothers, known to friends and family as Scooter, died in Baltimore on February 8, 2017. He was 42 and the firstborn son of L’Tonya Paulette Ryles and the late Sherman Carrothers Sr. His death was described as sudden and was ruled a homicide.

A Lake Clifton High School alumnus and former star football player, Carrothers worked for Gardner’s Furniture Company and was employed at Kohl’s at the time of his death. A baptized member of David Memorial Baptist Church, he enjoyed fishing, cooking, eating, and spending time with his seven children. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, seven children, four grandchildren, and three brothers.

No information about arrests, suspects, or the status of any investigation is included. If anyone knew Sherman, his routines, or has information about his death, please share what is known.