Funeral expense fund established for a former Cass County (IA) man shot last week in Omaha
September 24th, 2024 by Ric Hanson
(Omaha, NE) – A fund (<<GoFundMe account link highlighted) is available for persons wishing to help the family of a former Cass County (IA) man who died in a shooting last week in Omaha. 24-year-old Cameron Watkins died Sunday at a hospital, following the shooting Sept. 16th. He had been on life support until Sunday. Watkins moved to Omaha a couple years ago. He graduated from the Atlantic High School in 2018, and is the son of Zach Watkins.
Omaha police said Cameron Watkins in his vehicle at around 1:30-p.m., when he was caught in cross-fire the erupted during an attempted robbery. Organizers of the fund benefiting his family, say Watkins was an organ donor and gave the gift of life to others. Now his family needs support for his upcoming funeral and/or memorial expenses.
All funds will go toward celebration of life service and expenses for Cameron to be held at a date to be determined. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated by his family and friends. Cameron Watkins was the father of two-children, ages one-year and three-months old. He leaves behind his loving girlfriend and mother of his children.
Authorities say three males, one 20-years old, the second 19-years-old, and a 15-year-old were arrested. Two of the suspects have appeared in court.