Derron Woody Obituary, Death: Principal confirms student’s identity in fatal after-school shooting in DeKalb.
Derron Woody Obituary, Death – The shooting occurred on Thursday afternoon around 4:30 p.m. in the 4800 block of Glenwood Road. When officers arrived, they discovered a young boy suffering from a gunshot wound. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, but despite medical efforts, he did not survive.
Authorities have not yet revealed what led to the altercation, but police confirmed that another middle school student was taken into custody for questioning. However, no charges have been filed as detectives continue investigating the circumstances of the fight and how it escalated to gunfire.
Father’s Heartbreaking Account
Derron Woody’s father, Derrick Woody, spoke about the devastating moment he learned of his son’s death. In an emotional interview, he recalled being at work when he received a frantic call informing him that his son had been shot.
“They said he was laying in front of the door. I asked, ‘What’s wrong with him?’ And they said, ‘He’s not getting up, he’s not moving. He’s bleeding from the mouth,’” Woody recounted.
Struggling to process the loss, the grieving father described his son as a loving child with a kind heart. “Just hard to think about it right now, you know,” he said. “I loved my son. He loved everybody. He wasn’t no bad boy.”
Remembering Derron Woody
Derron was not only a student at DeKalb Alternative School but also an avid gamer who loved playing on his PS5. His family described him as the “ultimate gamer,” highlighting his passion for video games outside of school.
In the wake of his tragic death, Derron’s family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for funeral expenses. Community members who wish to support the family during this difficult time are encouraged to contribute.
Seeking Justice and Information
As of Friday afternoon, no arrests have been made in connection to the shooting. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the Tip411 app by texting “DKPD” to 847411, followed by the tip.
The community continues to mourn the loss of a young life cut short by senseless violence.
