The afternoon of December 22nd, 2012, was a frigid one in Lansing, Michigan. Known for its cold winters, Michigan is a state in which its residents often keep their windows and doors closed during the season to help keep the cold air out of their homes. This is why a resident in the 1000 block of Kelsey Avenue grew concerned after a neighbor’s door had been left ajar for an extended period of time.
A security check was requested at the residence. Once first responders arrived, they found an unresponsive woman inside the home. The woman was soon identified as 26-year-old Lavoris Watkins, a lifelong Lansing resident and a mother-of-two. Lavoris was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police initially did not reveal Lavoris’ cause of death. However, after a few days, it was confirmed that she died from a gunshot wound. A public appeal was made for anyone with information about Lavoris’ killer(s) to come forward. Unfortunately, over a decade has passed and Lavoris’ murder remains unsolved.
A motive for Lavoris’ killing is also unknown. Her loved ones described her as a caring mother who was always willing to lend a hand. It does not appear that she had any known enemies or conflicts with others at the time of her death.
The Lansing Police Department has investigative agency over this case. If you have any information that could help solve the murder of Lavoris Watkins, please contact authorities at (517) 483-4600.
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