Fundraiser Collects $16K For Severn Shooting Victim's Funeral

SEVERN, MD — A fundraiser has collected over $16,000 for the funeral of a Severn shooting victim.

Karon Makhai Cann, 24, was fatally shot Monday night near Severn Tree Boulevard and Sea Pine Circle, the Anne Arundel County Police Department said.

"Karon was a cherished son, brother, nephew, grandson, and friend who brought so much love and light into our lives. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him," the Cann family wrote on a GoFundMe page.

The fundraiser, which is still accepting donations here, had collected $16,096 by 2:30 p.m. Friday. A total of 386 people had donated.

The donations will make a "meaningful difference in ensuring that Karon is laid to rest with the dignity and respect he deserves," the fundraiser said.

"As we come to terms with Karon's passing, we are faced with the difficult task of arranging his final farewell. We want to give him the dignified and heartfelt send-off he deserves, but unfortunately, the financial burden of funeral expenses is overwhelming for our family during this already challenging time," the GoFundMe said.

Severn resident Jeenetta Williams organized the fundraiser to benefit the Cann family.

"We are reaching out to his community for support in honoring Karon's memory. Any contribution, no matter how small, will help alleviate the financial strain and allow us to focus on grieving and remembering Karon fondly," the GoFundMe said.

The family thanked donors for their "compassion and generosity."

"We also appreciate your thoughts, prayers, and messages of support during this difficult time. Your kindness means the world to us as we navigate through our grief," the fundraiser said. "Together, we can give Karon the farewell he deserves."

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