A British man has been shot dead while visiting a late-night convenience store in the States.
Benjamin Tucker died from a gunshot wound after a 28-year-old woman is suspected of opening fire.
The lifelong Liverpool fan had been visiting family in Savannah, Georgia, when he was gunned down on Sunday at the Timesaver Store.
Mr Tucker was one of two men to sustain injuries, although the other, Henry McDonough, 32, survived.
The 27-year-old Brit, originally from Hampshire and living in London, had flown over to the US to visit relatives for a month when the tragedy occurred.
Homicide detectives have charged Georgiamae Lawrence with Mr Tucker's murder.
Paying tribute, his family described him as a "smart, loyal and funny man."
They said: "On Saturday April 24, 2022, a dear son, brother and friend was cruelly taken from us.
"Benjamin Tucker, aged 27, was randomly shot dead in Savannah, USA whilst visiting his family. Ben was a lifelong Liverpool fan based in London and loved the club immensely.
He was always there making others around him happier, whether it be through laughter or care.
“His favourite number was eight because of Stevie G (Gerrard).
"You’ll Never Walk Alone, Ben."
Liverpool fans were urged to mark Mr Tucker’s passing with a round of applause as the team took on Villarreal in the Champions League semi-final at Anfield.
Club captain Jordan Henderson and former player Jamie Carragher both retweeted posts on Twitter calling on supporters to join in.
Friend Josh Bothe, 27, organised the event for the 28th minute of the match.
Josh told the Liverpool Echo : "It's a show of support to the family, they're also big Liverpool fans, in particular his brother. It's a little gesture to show the family that we are thinking of them."
Residents in Savannah have grown increasingly concerned over a rise in shootings in the area.
Local Hosea Hannon said yesterday (Wednesday): “I’m wondering what the plan of action is to stop these shootings from happening in Savannah.
“You can’t even attend a public event without expecting someone to get shot, and that’s the sad truth.”
The construction project manager added: “Would like to hear more from Mayor Van Johnson and Savannah Police Department Roy Minter.
“All I hear about is the shootings but no real solutions.”
Moments after Mr Tucker was shot, police responded to another unrelated shooting nearby.
