Jonathan Earl Baker was 27 when he was killed in Detroit on September 21, 2013. Born December 15, 1985, to John Wesley Baker and Joann Baker, he was known to friends and family as Hype and remembered for his love of music, dancing, and spending time with friends. He had attended Newberry Elementary, Clippert Academy, the University of Detroit Jesuit and Cranbrook High Schools, and had been preceded in death by his son, Sincern Jaylen Baker.

Reports describe the death as a homicide and indicate he was approached and killed at a bus stop in Detroit. His funeral was handled by O. H. Pye, III Funeral Home in Detroit.

If anyone knew Jonathan, saw him that day, or has information about the events at the bus stop, please share what is known.