Victim Killed in Springfield Mass Shooting Identified as Keantra Mays
Community Mourns as Investigation Into Tragic Shooting Continues
SPRINGFIELD, OH — A late Saturday night turned devastating for the city of Springfield as a mass shooting on West Rose Street claimed the life of Keantra Mays and left multiple others injured, prompting a large-scale, multi-agency response and an ongoing investigation into the senseless act of violence.
The incident occurred on the 1000 block of West Rose Street, just before 10:46 p.m., when officers and medics were dispatched following multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire and injuries. Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered a chaotic scene with five individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Tragically, Keantra Mays was found unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Keantra, also known among loved ones as Keantra Jamal Mays or “Tre Mays,” has been remembered as a vibrant and much-loved member of the community. His death has sent shockwaves through Springfield, where friends, family, and neighbors are now grappling with the sudden and violent loss of someone described as kind-hearted, joyful, and full of promise.
At least two victims sustained life-threatening injuries and were airlifted by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. Additional victims were transported by both emergency services and private vehicles to Springfield Regional Medical Center and Kettering Health Springfield. While authorities have not yet released the identities or conditions of the wounded, their injuries range from moderate to critical.
A dispatch sergeant with the Springfield Police Division confirmed that a total of five people were shot during the incident. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and no suspects have been publicly identified or arrested as of Sunday afternoon.
Multiple agencies responded to the emergency, including:
- Springfield Police Division
- Clark County Sheriff’s Office
- Ohio State Highway Patrol
- Wittenberg University Police
- Springfield Fire and Rescue Division
The scale of the response underscores the severity of the situation and the concern for public safety in the aftermath of the shooting. Investigators are now collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing any available surveillance footage in an effort to piece together what led to the tragic eruption of violence.
In a public statement, the City of Springfield expressed its condolences to the victims and their families, calling the incident “a tragic act of violence that has deeply affected our community.”
Friends and family of Keantra Mays have begun to gather in mourning, sharing memories on social media and planning candlelight vigils in his honor. Hashtags like #KeantraJamalMays and #TreMays are circulating widely online as a way of keeping his memory alive and seeking justice for his untimely death.
Local leaders and residents are calling for peace and community healing in the wake of the tragedy. Many have emphasized the need for action against gun violence, especially as it continues to impact neighborhoods across the state and the nation.
As the community mourns the loss of Keantra Mays, there is a collective hope for justice, healing, and a future where such violence no longer takes innocent lives. For now, Springfield stands united in grief, searching for answers, and holding the victims and their loved ones in their hearts.
