London Alethea Jones, 13, was killed on May 19, 2023 in Youngstown, Ohio, in a shooting that investigators say did not target her. Born January 19, 2010 in Chesterfield, South Carolina, London’s death sparked grief and outrage in her community. Authorities linked the incident to local conflicts inflamed by social media activity and said at least two suspects were arrested in connection with the case as police pursued identification of those responsible.

The shooting prompted community leaders and activists to call for stronger measures to protect children and reduce gun violence in the neighborhood. Does anyone who knew London or who has information about the shooting or the social media disputes involved want to come forward?