Fifteen-year-old Jacere Michael Jones of Canton was shot in the head on February 19, 2022, while with friends and later died at Akron Children’s Hospital on February 21, 2022, at 11:37 a.m. A freshman at McKinley Senior High School, Jacere wanted to be a barber and enjoyed basketball, video games, and time with family.

Canton police say no arrests have been made and the investigation remains open. Authorities have asked anyone with information to contact the Canton Police Detective Bureau or submit anonymous tips through TIP411 or Stark County Crimestoppers.

Jacere’s family and the community remember him as a promising young person whose death has had a deep impact. If anyone knew Jacere or has information about what happened that night, please contact the investigators handling the case.