Tratavious Davon Oliver McDuffie, an 18-year-old Black male known as Trey, died on December 4, 2013, after suffering a fatal gunshot wound at a home in the 1600 block of Queen Ann Drive in southeast Roanoke. Emergency services found him that Wednesday afternoon and he was taken to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, where he died of his injuries.

Roanoke Police reported the shooting appeared to be accidental. Investigators concluded a teenage friend handling a firearm inside the residence discharged the weapon, striking McDuffie. After the inquiry, authorities determined the shooting was unintentional and did not file charges against the friend.

The community was left mourning a young life ended suddenly. If anyone has information about Trey, the circumstances that day, or knew him, please share what you know.