On the evening of September 29, 2023, 24-year-old Lavan Wilson was found unresponsive on the 3200 block of Emerald Street in Philadelphia after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. Officers arrived at about 7:39 p.m.; he was taken to Temple University Hospital and pronounced dead. Family and friends knew him as Van, remembered for his infectious smile and vibrant personality and for active involvement with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes since 2019.

He served as a huddle leader and intern, mentoring younger athletes and working on summer programs. A memorial service was held October 12, 2023, at Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church, and the Philadelphia Metro FCA set up the Lavan Wilson Philadelphia Camp Scholarship Fund in his memory.

Who in the community might have information that could help bring answers about what happened that night?