Gaven J. Carlisle, 22, of New Philadelphia, Ohio, was shot and killed on March 5, 2021. Born January 21, 1999, he was a father to a young daughter, Calleigh Carlisle, and remembered by family as caring, compassionate and funny.

Sajjaad J. Butler, 19, of Canton, Ohio, shot Gaven once in the back when Gaven tried to flee after realizing he was being robbed; an accomplice named Te'Quan A. Franklin was also involved. Both men were arrested and charged with aggravated murder, and courts later imposed life sentences with parole eligibility at different points.

Family and friends have held remembrance events and describe the loss as profound. If anyone knew Gaven, where he spent time, or has information about the case, please share what you know.