William Bryant Ervin was 27 when he was shot and killed in North Nashville on the night of May 23, 2017, one of several people wounded or killed during a wave of shootings across the city that evening. He was born March 9, 1990, had recently completed his plumbing certification, and was expecting the birth of his daughter. Family remembered him as someone who cherished his relatives and enjoyed life.

The Metro Nashville Police Department opened an investigation after the violent night. His death is listed as an unsolved homicide, and the circumstances available publicly leave many unanswered questions.

If anyone knew William or has information about the shooting in North Nashville on May 23, 2017, please come forward to assist the investigation.