Arthell Hankins was a 22-year-old Detroit resident who was killed on August 6, 2015. Born in February 1993, he was the youngest of three children of Deborah Allen and Arthell Hankins Sr., a Southeastern High School graduate from the class of 2013. Described by family and friends as outgoing, kind-hearted, and faith-oriented, he enjoyed basketball and video games and attended Detroit Unity Temple.

The fatal incident is recorded as occurring in Detroit’s 48213 zip code on the city’s east side; Hankins died in Warren, Michigan, likely at a nearby medical facility. The Detroit Police Department investigated the death, which was classified as a homicide by force.

If anyone knew Arthell, saw him that day, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.