Brandon Josiah Ross was 16 when he was shot on the evening of Tuesday, June 11, 2024, on Flint’s north side. A Black/African American student at Beecher High School and member of the Boys & Girls Club, he was remembered by family and friends for a kind, leading spirit and an infectious smile. He was taken to Hurley Medical Center and later died of his injuries.

A funeral service was held June 22, 2024, at Kingdom of Heaven Ministries, and Brandon was buried at Sunset Hills Cemetery. The Flint Police Department described the investigation as ongoing and urged anyone with information to come forward. His death helped prompt community peace rallies and renewed calls to stem youth violence in the city.

If anyone knew Brandon or has information about the shooting, please contact the Flint Police Department.