Jerry JD Jerome Davis III was 15 and lived in Akron, Ohio. Born February 22, 2007, he was known as Lil' Jay and remembered by family as brave and kind. He died on May 24, 2022, after being shot in the chest during an incident at the family home in the Sherbondy Hill neighborhood.

Scott fired multiple shots; one struck Jerry. Scott and his father left the scene; D’Lawrence Scott was later found in Cleveland. Charges were filed against D’Lawrence Scott including two counts of murder, improper discharging of a firearm at a habitation, and felonious assault. The case concluded in February 2023 with a guilty verdict and a sentence of 21 years to life. Lawrence Scott pleaded guilty to two counts of obstructing justice and received two years probation.

Jerry’s family and friends continue to mourn and honor his memory. If anyone knew Jerry, his family, or witnessed the events that night, please come forward with information.