Michelle Shelly McDonald, a 31-year-old from Cincinnati, was shot and killed on July 16, 2021, while about 8½ months pregnant. The shooting occurred at a party in West Price Hill; paramedics transported her to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where she died. Doctors delivered her baby girl, who died the following day from lack of oxygen.

The shooter was identified as her boyfriend, 37-year-old Antonio Wilcox. He was arrested and charged with murder and involuntary manslaughter; he later pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 21 years to life. Wilcox had prior criminal history that included domestic violence and weapons charges. McDonald’s four-year-old daughter survived but lost her mother and the unborn sibling.

Family members have spoken publicly about their grief and the need for accountability, and the community provided support and donations. Does anyone have memories of Michelle to share or information that could help document her life and legacy?