The City of Taylor is grappling with the aftermath of a fatal shooting that took the life of a 14-year-old boy identified as Trey Kimber. The incident unfolded on Pine Street near Telegraph Road at around 9 p.m. last Saturday. Details about the argument that spiraled into gunfire are currently under investigation by Taylor police, as reported by ClickonDetroit.
Authorities are scouring "numerous video sources" to pinpoint suspects, Taylor Police Chief John Blair told WWJ. While police are yet to make an arrest, they have gathered descriptions of the individuals involved in the altercation that led to Trey's death. The community has been left reeling, and the police department has acknowledged the public's concern, reassuring them through a social media post that all facts are being actively sought.
According to a statement in FOX 2 Detroit, the Taylor Police Department responded promptly to the shooting and is continuing its investigation into the tragic incident. They further stated that any information from the public could be crucial in solving this case and encouraged witnesses or those with knowledge of the event to come forward.
"He was just loving," Alexis Kimber, Trey's mother, told ClickonDetroit, recounting how her son had lived his life to the fullest and was a loving older brother. Days away from his 15th birthday, and having just graduated from Grandport Academy, Trey was preparing to start high school at Ecorse High School. Grandport Academy Principal Shannon Jenkins remembered Trey as a "bright, kind, and spirited young person who touched the lives of many."
In the wake of the shooting, the family is coping with a profound loss and calling for justice for Trey. Grief counselors will be provided by Grandport Academy starting today for students needing mental health support. The Taylor Police Department urges anyone with information about the shooting to contact them at (734) 287-6611, assuring that tips can be submitted anonymously.
