Summerville Shooting Sparks Vigil Against Violence

Still reeling from the violent death of a Robynwyn resident earlier this month, the Summerville community held a candlelight vigil to remember the victim and speak out against violence. 

Police are still investigating the shooting death of John Elliot Hancock, who was shot to death outside his home. Dozens of shells were found at the scene. No motive has been offered in the crime. 

Church leaders, political leaders, a police spokesman and other addressed the crowd Saturday night, asking parents to look after their children and encouraging families combat drug and gang activity by staying involved.

"This is an opportunity to learn how to live with each other a little better," Rep. Seth Whipper said. "We are responsible for each other."

Assistant Solicitor Glenn Justis echoed Whipper's statements.

"It's the family unit that's going to resolve this issue," Justis said.

Louis Smith organized the vigil. 

"Our children have been traumatized by this," Smith said. "Our community is coalescing together. We are tired of the violence ... Summerville is a fantastic community and we will not sit by and let it go the other way."