A Billings family is grieving and searching for answers after 17-year-old Scott Rozell was shot and killed late Friday night at a residence in the 300 block of South 33rd Street. The tragic loss of the teenager has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving loved ones devastated and demanding clarity about what led to the deadly shooting.

According to authorities, police were called to the home after reports of gunfire. When officers arrived, they found Scott suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite emergency medical efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators have not yet released details about what led up to the shooting, who was involved, or whether arrests have been made, as the case remains under active investigation.

Scott’s family describes him as a young man full of life, potential, and promise. Friends say he was kind-hearted, outgoing, and deeply loved by those who knew him. His sudden death has left classmates, neighbors, and community members struggling to process how a teenager’s life could end so violently.

In the days since the shooting, the Rozell family has pleaded for anyone with information to come forward. They say unanswered questions only deepen the pain of their loss. “We just want to know what happened,” family members shared, emphasizing that even the smallest detail could help bring them closer to the truth.