In 2022, a high school feud in Tahlequah escalated into tragedy when 18-year-old Ethan Gentry was shot and killed. Federal prosecutors have now charged Jermyn Vann, Jr., along with his parents, Jermyn Sr. and Billie Vann, in connection with the case. Ethan is remembered as a devoted son, athlete, and friend with a big smile and a bigger heart. The MMCP project honors his life while seeking justice and accountability.

Cherokee 411 with Cara is committed to bringing these stories forward, honoring families, and demanding accountability. Erik’s story is not just about one man—it is about a system that too often leaves Native families without answers.