Jonathan Robert Wooddall-Gainey was shot and killed in Roanoke, Virginia on March 8, 2022. Police say the 31-year-old Black man was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound to his abdomen at about 4:30 p.m. at The Cove at Peter’s Creek apartment complex and died shortly after arrival at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.

Born May 26, 1990, in Portsmouth, Jonathan was remembered for a fearless, adventurous spirit. He gained national recognition as a swimmer at age ten, played football at William Byrd High School (class of 2008), and enjoyed fishing, hiking, camping, swimming and cooking for others. He is survived by his two sons, Ethan and Broc, his parents, a sister and extended family.

Roanoke police say they canvassed the area and appealed for information but did not locate suspects at the scene and made no immediate arrests. The investigation is ongoing. If anyone knew Jonathan or has information about the shooting, please share what you know with investigators.