Charles Knott, 54, was fatally shot on the night of April 30, 2013, after returning to his apartment complex on Petoskey Avenue near I-96 and Joy Road on Detroit’s west side. He had recently retired after about 20 years coaching the girls’ basketball team at Cody High School and was seated in his parked car when a black Jeep Cherokee pulled up, blocked his vehicle, and occupants opened fire. Neighbors reported hearing eight or nine shots; Knott was struck multiple times, including in the back, and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The shooting devastated Cody High School students, faculty, and former players, who remembered Knott as kind and a mentor. The Detroit Police Department investigated and Crime Stoppers offered a cash reward, but no arrests were announced immediately and the case later grew cold.

If anyone knew Coach Knott, saw a black Jeep Cherokee in that area that night, or has information that could help, please come forward.