CINCINNATI, OHIO – Charlena Mitchner still grapples with the heartbreaking loss of her son, Sylvester Lawson III, who tragically lost his life on Kirby Avenue a month ago. Lawson, 27, was fatally injured on February 26, despite the efforts of police and EMS at the scene.
In a significant development, Dontaevion Smith has been indicted by a Hamilton County grand jury on a murder warrant in connection to Lawson’s death. Smith was apprehended by the Cincinnati Police Department on Friday following the indictment.
Mitchner, deeply affected by her son’s passing, expressed the ongoing struggle she faces daily. She eagerly anticipates the court proceedings related to her son’s case, vowing to be present at every court hearing allowed.
Reflecting on Lawson’s life, his sister Kayniqua Mitchner shared fond memories of him as a loving brother and positive influence in his community. Lawson’s girlfriend, Makeya Galvin, reminisced about his charismatic energy and described him as an exceptional individual loved by all who knew him.
Known for his ambition and creativity, Lawson had established his own clothing brand and pursued a music career as a rapper under the name BFI ManBoy. He would have celebrated his 28th birthday on April 9, a date now marked with sorrow by his grieving family, who are striving to carry on his legacy by embracing his philosophy of living one day at a time.
As the family copes with their loss, Smith remains in custody at the Hamilton County jail, awaiting further legal proceedings. In the midst of their grief, the Mitchner family finds solace in memories of Lawson’s impact and legacy within their community.
Together, they hold onto his mantra of making the most of the 24 hours each day offers, a reminder of his enduring influence on those he touched.