Jermaine McClendon-Denzmore, 39, was shot and killed in Ypsilanti Township around 1:40 a.m. on Father’s Day, June 18, 2023. Known as Mayne and weeks shy of his 40th birthday, he died after an altercation that involved a man described as a friend of his girlfriend. That man was later identified as Martez Robinson.

Authorities arrested and charged Martez Robinson in connection with Jermaine’s killing. Robinson’s attorney filed a request for an emergency bond; that move prompted a petition opposing release and strong objections from Jermaine’s family and friends. Jermaine’s mother, Wendy Lewis, spoke publicly about the loss and called for more mental health resources and teaching emotional management to young people.

The shooting was one of a rise in homicides in Washtenaw County during 2023. If anyone knew Jermaine, was present that night, or has information about the incident, please come forward.