Erick Jamaal Neely was 19 when he was shot at a convenience store on Charlotte’s southwest side and later died at Carolinas Medical Center–Main on January 28, 2015. Authorities in Charlotte-Mecklenburg charged a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting; that arrest was reported as part of the investigation.

A funeral service for Erick was held February 9, 2015, at New Birth Christian Center in Clover, South Carolina. His death was a loss to family and community and came amid broader concerns about violence affecting young people in the area.

If anyone knew Erick, was at the scene, or has information that could help clarify what happened, please share what is known.