Phillip Trammell Jr., a 24-year-old African American man, was shot and killed during a house party on Jefferson Street in Rockford, Illinois, on May 3, 2020. Officers found Trammell and another person with gunshot wounds; Phillip was later pronounced dead at the hospital and the other victim survived. Responding officers reported encountering a large crowd that tried to prevent them from aiding the victims while gunfire continued in the area.

The investigation led to six arrests. Demetrius Shivers, 25, was charged with First Degree Murder and Unlawful Use of a Weapon by a Felon for allegedly shooting and killing Phillip. Five others faced weapons charges: Melissa Blake, 27, was charged with Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon after a gun was found in her vehicle; Darion Jamar Gulley, 28, Orentho Hurd, 25, Darris Coleman, 27, and Rayshawn Montgomery, 26, were charged with Unlawful Use of a Weapon by a Felon, with additional counts for some defendants.

Phillip was remembered for his sports achievements and community contributions. Does anyone have information about the shooting or knew Phillip and can help fill gaps in what happened that night?