Dashawn Marvin Brown was 17 when he was killed on June 23, 2016, in Oakland, California. His death came during a time when the city was experiencing persistent gun violence that disproportionately affected young people, and his loss is described as part of a wider pattern of street violence in Oakland.

Brown’s family and community continue to mourn him; the case is presented as one of many whose victims underscore the ongoing struggle for safety on the city’s streets.

If anyone knew Dashawn or has information about what happened that night, please share what you know.