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Jeremy Kyle Law

Age 17

Taylorsville, North Carolina

He’d spent his life around guns

He was dedicated to helping local community organizations in North Carolina, his home state.

He volunteered with Saving Grace K9s and Hands of a Sportsman, and was a part of the Alexander 4-H Rifle & Shotgun Team for three years. He was a Troop 274 Boy Scout and in the JROTC program at his school.

On June 11, 2018, in Alexander County, Jeremy Kyle Law, 17, died after he and a friend were playing with a handgun that unexpectedly went off. He had graduated with honors from Alexander Central High School two days earlier.

By Hope Kahn · Age 17
Meet the Reporters

More than 40 community volunteers

DaVonte Friedman

A bullet blocked his community activism

Alexa Denice Montez

Her father’s “greatest gift,” he said

Sandra Parks

Her dream, deferred. Her life, gone.

Alaina Joann Petty

Remained selfless until her last breath

JeQuan M. Strozier

Basketball court dedicated to former player

Aric Whaley

He helped his neighbors shovel snow

Ta Quan Pinkney

Bright future; gone too soon

Tihami Ayaz

Active light in community flickered out

Yudjy Farly Cherubin

Youth deacon never will preach again

Dorian Damiquez Harris

Joyful boy loved to smile, laugh

Zachary Anthony Segura

One heart stopped. Another one begins.

Jayvone J. Shackelford-Bishop

Friends together like Lilo & Stitch

Dontae Rodruis Drew

Always told mom he loved her

Antonio Malik Douglas

Mom issues plea: End gun violence

Jaraius Terrell Gilbert Jr

Community helper, passionate athlete, American tragedy

Kenwon Parker

A wide receiver, almost sweet sixteen

Erin Carey

Dreamer, football player, mentor, tragic death

Isaiah Starry

Active life. Lively community. Broken bonds.

Karlonzo A. Taylor

Teen dreamed of becoming a veterinarian

Caleb Logan Butts

Teen’s death left teachers, classmates heartbroken