Danny Ray House Jr., 33, was fatally shot on November 2, 2024, at about 11 p.m. outside the D building of the Knollcrest Apartments at 3301 Creekwood Drive in Nashville. He was reportedly approaching the apartment of an acquaintance when he was struck and was taken to Skyline Medical Center, where he died.

Born September 25, 1991, in Nashville, House graduated from McGavock High School and attended Chattanooga State. He was father to four daughters — Ray’lei, Nylah, Legaci House, and Kaiylee — and remembered by his family as someone who accepted Christ early and who traveled extensively for AAU basketball.

The Metro Nashville Police Department Homicide Unit and the Investigative Team Addressing Neighborhood Shootings are handling the case and have said a possible drug-related motive is being explored. No arrests or named suspects have been announced; Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information. If anyone knew Danny or has information about that night, please contact investigators.