Keyon Maurice Day, age 16

Lost to gun violence on April 24, 2024 in Springfield, Illinois.

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NPR Illinois: Second teen charged in death of Keyon Day moved to adult court
WRSP: Springfield community remembers teen athlete, Keyon Day, after tragic shooting
May 1: The State Journal-Register: Funeral set for Springfield teen shot and killed as investigation continues
WICS: Springfield community remembers teen athlete, Keyon Day, after tragic shooting
May 8: The State Journal-Register: Two juveniles arrested in connection to fatal shooting of Springfield teenager Keyon Day
Legacy.com: View Keyon Day's Obituary and express your condolences
Obituary for Keyon Maurice Day at Ruby Funeral Services & Crematories, Inc.
Yahoo News: Springfield high school student who was shot and killed is identified
WAND-TV: 16-year-old killed after being shot near Southeast High School in Springfield
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