Daryl Perry Jr. was an 18-year-old athlete from Coatesville, Pennsylvania, who died after being shot during a house gathering on May 29, 2021. A recent graduate of Coatesville Area Senior High School, he had been attending Lincoln University and hoped to play for the Blue Tigers. Reports say the shooting occurred while others at the gathering were handling firearms; Daryl was struck in the head and later died on May 30, 2021.

The community responded with grief and calls for peace; a vigil was held at Palmer Park to honor his memory. The person accused of firing the shot, identified as 20-year-old Dapree Bryant, was arrested on weapons-related charges. Daryl’s family, teammates and friends have said his athletic talent and warmth left a lasting impression.

If anyone attended the gathering or has information about what happened that night, please come forward and share what you know.