18-Year-Old Qwamaine Lewis Fatally Shot in Warner Robins; Police Investigating Homicide
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WARNER ROBINS, GA — A tragic act of gun violence has claimed the life of 18-year-old Qwamaine Lewis of Gray, Georgia, following a Wednesday evening shooting that has left a community in mourning and police searching for answers.
According to the Warner Robins Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire shortly after 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, in a residential area near the 100 block of Ward Street. Upon arrival, officers found Lewis suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency personnel administered life-saving aid on the scene before transporting him to Houston Medical Center. Despite all efforts, Lewis succumbed to his injuries early Thursday morning.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the circumstances that led to the shooting, but investigators are treating the case as a homicide. No arrests have been made as of Thursday afternoon, and police have urged anyone with information to come forward.
“This is a devastating loss for Qwamaine’s family, his friends, and the wider community,” said Warner Robins Police Chief John Wagner. “Our detectives are working tirelessly to piece together what happened and to bring those responsible to justice. We will not rest until we do.”
The news of Lewis’s death has sent shockwaves through both Warner Robins and his hometown of Gray, where he was known as a kind-hearted, driven young man with a bright future ahead of him. A recent graduate of Jones County High School, Qwamaine was known among classmates and teachers for his respectful demeanor, warm smile, and passion for sports—particularly football, which he had played throughout his high school years.
“He had so much life ahead of him,” said family friend and mentor Tony Reece. “Qwamaine was the type of young man who made people feel better just by being around. He had dreams and ambitions, and he was determined to make something of himself.”
As word of his passing spread, a growing memorial of flowers, candles, and handwritten notes began to form near the site of the shooting. Friends and neighbors gathered to honor Qwamaine’s memory, many expressing frustration and sorrow over the senseless loss of such a young life.
“This violence needs to stop,” said local resident Tamara Williams, who lives just a block away from where the shooting occurred. “We’re losing too many of our young people. This shouldn’t be normal.”
The Warner Robins Police Department is appealing to the public for assistance in the investigation. Surveillance footage from nearby homes and businesses is being reviewed, and authorities believe that someone in the area may have witnessed something vital.
Qwamaine Lewis is survived by his mother, father, two younger siblings, and a large extended family who are struggling to process the sudden and heartbreaking loss. In a statement released by the family, they described Qwamaine as “a loving son, a loyal brother, and a beautiful soul who was taken from us far too soon.”
The family has announced that a candlelight vigil will be held in his honor on Saturday evening at Freedom Park in Warner Robins. They also plan to establish a memorial scholarship fund in Qwamaine’s name to support other young men pursuing higher education and athletic careers.
As the investigation continues, the Lewis family and their community cling to one another for comfort, determined to keep Qwamaine’s memory alive while calling for justice and change.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is encouraged to contact Warner Robins Police or submit an anonymous tip through Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
“We lost a young man full of promise,” Chief Wagner said. “Now we owe it to him and his family to find the truth and ensure his death is not in vain.”