Davon Anthony Webster, Sr., 31, was killed in the early morning hours of October 29, 2022, after being found with multiple gunshot wounds in the 600 block of Grove Avenue in Petersburg, Virginia. Reports describe a volley of more than two dozen shots striking the neighborhood; Webster was taken to Bon Secours Southside Medical Center but died of his injuries.

Known as Lil Sleep, Webster was born April 18, 1991. He graduated from Chesterfield County Public Schools and had worked for Goodwill and Olde Towne TENT in Petersburg. Family members remember his laughter and generosity; his stepfather has spoken publicly about wanting answers and justice.

The Petersburg Police Department opened a homicide investigation but has not released information about a motive or suspects. No arrests have been announced and the case remains open. If anyone has information about what happened on Grove Avenue that morning, investigators want to hear from you.