Monterick Deyonta Payne was an 18-year-old from Plano, Texas, who was killed in a drive-by shooting on November 19, 2015. He was outside a friend’s house on Tree House Lane in central Plano when a vehicle pulled up and someone inside began shooting. Monterick ran back into the house for help but later died at a hospital.

Plano police investigated and said they had not confirmed whether Monterick was specifically targeted. The department has been searching for a suspect and urged anyone with information to come forward.

Monterick is remembered by family and the community as an outstanding student, athlete, and beloved friend. Anyone who knew Monterick or has information about that night is asked to contact the Plano Police Department or Crime Stoppers.