KETTERING, OH — The Kettering community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 20-year-old Andrew Laporte, who was tragically killed in a shooting Saturday night on the 2800 block of Shroyer Road. The incident, which remains under active investigation, has left family members, friends, and residents in shock as authorities work to determine what led to the deadly violence.

According to the Kettering Police Department, officers responded at approximately 8:46 p.m. after receiving multiple reports of gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, they found Laporte suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Despite immediate lifesaving efforts by emergency personnel from the Kettering Fire Department, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities have confirmed that a full-scale homicide investigation is underway. As of Monday morning, no arrests or charges have been made. Detectives are actively reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and seeking surveillance or dashcam footage from the surrounding area to help reconstruct the events leading up to the shooting.

“This is an active and ongoing homicide investigation,” a Kettering Police Department spokesperson said. “We are following multiple leads and encourage anyone with information to come forward.”

The 2800 block of Shroyer Road was cordoned off for several hours as forensic teams documented the scene and collected evidence. Officials have not released details regarding a suspect, motive, or whether the shooting was targeted or random.

Remembering Andrew Laporte

While investigators continue their work, those who knew Andrew are mourning the loss of a young man described as kind, loyal, and full of life. At just 20 years old, Laporte was at the beginning of adulthood, with a future filled with promise and possibility.

Family members released a brief statement remembering him as a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend. “Andrew was our baby. He had his whole life ahead of him. He loved music, he loved his family, and he loved making people laugh. We don’t understand why this happened.”

Friends echoed similar sentiments, describing him as genuine, thoughtful, and always willing to check in on others. “He wasn’t fake. He was just real,” one friend said. “And now he’s gone, and it doesn’t feel real at all.”

Community Response

The City of Kettering, a suburb of Dayton, is not accustomed to this level of violent crime, and the shooting has left residents shaken. A small memorial has formed at the scene, with flowers, candles, and handwritten notes honoring Laporte’s life.

Mayor Peggy Lehner issued a statement expressing condolences to the family and the community. “The City of Kettering mourns the senseless loss of a young man with his entire life before him. Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time.”

Local churches and community organizations are organizing vigils and support gatherings, while grief counseling resources have been made available for residents impacted by the tragedy.

Investigation Ongoing

Detectives continue to urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Kettering Police Department or Crime Stoppers. Authorities emphasize that even small details could be critical in identifying those responsible.

As the investigation moves forward, officials are asking the public to remain patient and allow law enforcement to complete a thorough review of all evidence.

A Life Remembered

For those who knew Andrew Laporte, his death is not defined by the violence that ended his life, but by the warmth, humor, and kindness he shared with others. His family, friends, and community are left holding onto memories of a young man whose presence left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

Plans for a memorial service will be announced in the coming days.

Andrew Laporte will be deeply missed, forever remembered, and never forgotten.