Ryan Parker was 14 when he was shot multiple times on the west side of Detroit on the evening of December 19, 2022, on Ferguson Street. He was taken to a nearby hospital but died of his injuries just days before his 15th birthday on New Year’s Eve. Ryan was a student at Old Redford Academy High School and remembered by classmates and staff as sweet, happy, and always smiling, with a passion for basketball.

Friends, family, and classmates held a balloon release in his memory as the community grieved. The investigation remains ongoing; no arrests have been made and no suspects have been publicly identified. His family has publicly urged the shooter to come forward and asked anyone with information to speak to police.

If anyone knew Ryan, saw activity on Ferguson Street that night, or has information that could help, please contact the Detroit police.