Winston Kirtley Jr., a 38-year-old Detroit man, was found guilty on July 31, 2024, of 20 charges, including two counts of first-degree murder, stemming from a mass shooting that occurred during a parking dispute two years earlier. The incident, which took place early on July 31, 2022, left two men, Toyake Thirkeild and Andre Willis, dead, and six others injured when Kirtley opened fire with a high-powered rifle after an argument over a vehicle blocking his driveway. Kirtley, who initially claimed he feared for his life, was convicted despite his defense stating he acted in self-defense. The prosecution argued there was no evidence that the victims were armed or posed a threat. Kirtley is scheduled for sentencing on September 4, 2024, and faces a mandatory life sentence due to the nature of the charges. This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding gun violence and its devastating impact on communities.