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Zaire Overton, 19, was shot and killed in Philadelphia on October 14, 2015. Police responded about 9:33 p.m. to reports of gunfire on the 600 block of Ritner Street and found Overton with gunshot wounds to his head and his leg; he was pronounced dead at 9:47 p.m. Two other victims, a 25-year-old and a 37-year-old Asian man, were also wounded and taken to hospital before being released.

Overton lived on the 2600 block of South Marshall Street. The circumstances that led to the shooting remain unclear and the case is unsolved. Detectives continue to appeal for witnesses and tips to help identify those responsible.

If anyone has information about that night or knew Zaire, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department with what you know.