Riley Thomas McDowell was 16 when he was shot and killed in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on November 29, 2019. Police located his body on Rural Avenue between 3rd and 4th Avenues after what was described as a Friday night shooting. He was planning to attend Job Corps and get his driver’s license and was remembered by family as a talented, good-natured athlete who played baseball, football and basketball.

Williamsport Police Chief Damon Hagan said investigators had no evidence the shooting was gang-related or a random act. No arrests had been announced; police reported having some leads and persons of interest and asked anyone with information to come forward. The family has focused on funeral arrangements while the community has raised funds to help with costs.

If anyone saw activity on Rural Avenue that night or has information about Riley’s movements that evening, please share what is known with investigators.