De’Zia L. Bailey was 16 when she was shot in Davenport, Iowa, on March 4, 2024, at about 9:52 p.m. First responders found the Mid City High School junior at a home on the 1800 block of Grand Avenue with a gunshot wound; she was taken to a hospital and later died of her injuries.

De’Zia wanted to become a traveling nurse and enjoyed music, making TikTok videos, and spending time with close friends. Her large family and the school community were left grieving; the Davenport Community School District activated a crisis response team after her death.

Davenport police said they did not believe the shooting was random and indicated De’Zia may have known the assailant. A 15-year-old male was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and assault while participating in a felony; his name has not been released because of his age. The motive has not been disclosed.

If anyone knew De’Zia or has information about what happened that night, please share what you know with investigators.