Qrrey LaJames Bates was 23 and a Springfield, Illinois resident when he died from gun violence on August 9, 2024. His funeral services were handled by Ruby Funeral Services & Crematories, Inc., and an obituary on Echovita noted the grief of family and friends and the memories they cherish. The National Gun Violence Memorial records his death and provided a place for photos and candles so people could pay respects.

No information about suspects, arrests, or the status of any investigation is included in the available reports. If anyone knew Qrrey or has information about what happened on or around August 9, 2024, please share what is known.