Bryson Leshawn Patterson Jr., a 16-year-old, was found with a fatal gunshot wound to the chest and pronounced dead at the scene on August 24, 2021. The shooting occurred in the 10600 block of Seiler Road in New Haven, Indiana, after police, fire, and EMS responded to a report of a shooting. The Allen County Coroner’s Office ruled the death a homicide and the New Haven Police Department opened an investigation.

Bryson was born March 21, 2005. He attended Emmanuel St. Michael Lutheran, Miami Middle, Concordia, and Northrop High Schools and was active in soccer, basketball, football, and track. Family and friends remembered his charming smile and described a close support network that mourned his loss. No arrests or suspect information have been announced publicly as the investigation continues.

If anyone knew Bryson, saw activity near Seiler Road on August 24, 2021, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward to the New Haven Police Department.