On the evening of July 26, 2019, 22-year-old Andre Smith was shot multiple times at a pool party at an apartment complex on Spinnaker Way in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The gathering—reported to have included a music video shoot—drew an estimated crowd of more than 150 people. First responders found Smith with fatal wounds; he died of his injuries. Investigators with the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office reported that Smith was the only person targeted in the attack, indicating he was not struck by random crossfire.

Smith’s family described him as a family-oriented man and a loving father to a three-year-old daughter. They and law enforcement urged those who were at the party to come forward, especially anyone with video from the event; authorities said tips could be provided anonymously. No arrests have been publicly announced in connection with the killing. If anyone who attended that night or who has relevant video or information can help, please come forward.