William David Wolf was 30 when he was fatally shot near the Woodcrest Apartments in Augusta, Georgia, on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Friends remembered him as nonviolent, respectful and warm, and his death deeply affected his community.

Investigators identified 16-year-old Bernard Freeman Jr., also of Augusta, as a suspect. Freeman was taken into custody and charged as an adult; the charges include murder and weapon possession in connection with Wolf’s death. The motive has not been made public.

Anyone who knew William, saw activity near Woodcrest Apartments that day, or has information about the shooting is asked to come forward.