Overview
- Gavin Yates‑Lyons, 18, was caught in the crossfire of a shooting at a parking garage near Florida State University's campus on May 24 and was taken to a hospital in critical condition.
- Ball State announced on May 31 that the freshman defensive back had died days after the shooting.
- His family said he became an organ donor and hospital staff held an honor walk as part of the organ‑donation process.
- The Tallahassee Police Department says the investigation is open, that suspect or suspects remain at large, and that officers are seeking witnesses to the unsanctioned pop‑up party where the shooting occurred.
- Teammates, coaches and his high school community have publicly mourned him and a GoFundMe to support his family has raised thousands of dollars.