Monroeville, 19-year old shot killed by a family friend.
A friend of the victim, a 19-year old girl from Monroeville, shared his appeal to Channel 11 for help.
Anthony Mock stated that losing Aceyn Ausbrook was similar to losing his child.
“Whoever did this, I pray God works on their heart,” said Mock, a longtime family friend and mentor to Ausbrook.
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Police were called to Bellwood Avenue shortly after 11:30 on Saturday. This was in response to a house party. Ausbrook was suffering from a gunshot to the torso when police arrived. He was taken to the hospital, where he died later.
“Great young man, a man of integrity. It’s hard to see a young man not able to see life at its full potential,” Mock said.
A small memorial of candles and flowers now sits on Bellwood Avenue with cards that read, “Ace the sweetest most lovable person,” and “Love you forever Ace.”
Mock described him to be a talented young man who loved making jewelry.
“When he was 17 his mom came to me and said, ‘Anthony, Aceyn really likes his jewelry and wants to put his hand out and try it,’” shared Mock.
Mock had just started a jewelry firm and was progressing in the industry. Ausbrook became interested in creating and became his apprentice. Aceyn created his first solo piece in this year.
“He came in, his mom’s birthday is coming up, and he said ‘I want to make something for my mom,’” Mock said.
Aceyn designed a cross that featured three jewels that represented him and his brothers.
The piece was completed just last week.
Mock said watching Aceyn graduate last year and then seeing him complete his mother’s cross was like watching a child blossom into adulthood.
“I know I spoke life into him, and it’s hurtful to see someone take it out like it never even existed,” Mock said.
Allegheny County police are still working to identify a suspect in Ausbrook’s death.
Police request that anyone with information regarding the shooting call them at 1-833 ALL-TIPS.
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