Saddott F. Free, 22, known as S-Dot, was fatally shot in Paterson, New Jersey, on December 20, 2019. A lifelong Paterson resident and East Side High School graduate, he worked for Farrar Filler Co., loved basketball and spent time with close friends. He was a father and is described as a dutiful son who had plans for his and his daughter’s future.

The shooting happened in his hometown and prompted a police investigation. Authorities later arrested and charged a 14-year-old boy in connection with the killing; motive and the detailed circumstances of the encounter have not been released. The community continues to reckon with the loss and the involvement of a juvenile suspect adds a difficult dimension to the case.

If anyone knew Saddott, his movements that day, or has information relevant to the investigation, please share what is known.