Bryce Andrew Brown, 18, was shot to death on May 26, 2023, in the 8000 block of East Louisville Way near 42nd Street and Franklin Road in Lawrence. A graduate of Whites High School in Wabash, he worked for Poindexter Excavating through Operating Engineers Local 841 and helped at the family business, Brown Brothers Excavating. He enjoyed football, basketball, go-kart racing with his brother, and bowling, and family described him as having a big heart and being quick to help others.

Investigators say Bryce arranged to meet several people at an apartment complex for a transaction. During the meeting the suspects allegedly tried to pass counterfeit money, then robbed Bryce and another passenger. The other passenger was wounded and Bryce was found in his car with a fatal gunshot wound to the head. Law enforcement relied on social media communications, phone records, and surveillance footage to identify suspects. Three teenagers were arrested and charged in connection with the killing; convictions and sentences have been reported for those defendants.

If anyone knew Bryce, attended Whites High School with him, or has information about the meeting that night, please share what you know.