Crime & Safety
16-Year-Old Fatally Shot Outside High School Remembered With Vigil, Fundraiser
A vigil mourned a 16-year-old who was fatally shot outside his Baltimore County high school. A funeral fundraiser has collected thousands.
LANSDOWNE, MD — A 16-year-old boy fatally shot last week outside Lansdowne High was remembered with a Saturday vigil on the school's campus.
"My nephew's blood cries from this place," said DeWayne Gamble, the victim's uncle, according to WBAL. "So we're setting a new foundation to break that cycle of murder in this neighborhood, and we're going to see a change."
Family members told WBAL the victim was Kamau Campbell, a student at Lansdowne High School.
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Police said the victim was standing outside in a shopping center near the school last Tuesday afternoon when a suspect hopped out of a vehicle and opened fire. The victim ran toward Lansdowne High, which had already finished classes for the day, and collapsed on school property.
Officers said the unknown suspect shot the victim a few more times and fled. Authorities have not made any arrests in the targeted shooting, but they have questioned several people.
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Gamble, an Arbutus resident, also launched a fundraiser for his nephew's funeral scheduled for this Friday.
"Kamau, affectionately known as 'Daddy,' was full of jokes, sarcasm, and a spirit that lit up every room. He was a talented football player and a proud member of his team. More than that, he was the heart of our family—deeply connected to his sisters and brothers, always looking out for them, sharing laughs, and creating unforgettable memories," Gamble wrote on the GoFundMe page.
The fundraiser already exceeded its $10,000 goal, collecting $10,723 from 225 donors by noon Monday. The GoFundMe is still accepting donations at this link.
"His life was senselessly and horrifically taken due to gun violence, leaving our hearts shattered. This sudden tragedy has devastated our family and friends," Gamble wrote. "Due to this unexpected loss at such a young age, we are asking for help to cover funeral expenses and support our grieving family. Any donation, no matter the amount, would mean the world to us."
The Baltimore County Police Department asked anybody with information to call 410-307-2020.
To see footage from the vigil, including video of a symbolic stake placed where the victim was shot, watch WBAL's story.
Related: Teen Killed In Targeted Shooting Near Lansdowne High School: Police
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