TALLADEGA, AL — The Talladega Police Department is investigating the homicide of 18-year-old Jy’Kavien Wright of Talladega following a fatal shooting that occurred in the early morning hours of May 31.
According to police, officers responded at approximately 2:24 a.m. to a residence in the 600 block of McAlpine Street after receiving a report of a gunshot victim.
When officers arrived, they located Wright lying on a sidewalk suffering from a single gunshot wound to the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities noted that Wright had recently graduated from Talladega High School, receiving his diploma just two weeks before his death.
The Talladega Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and is seeking assistance from the public.
CrimeStoppers 215STOP is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or persons responsible for the crime.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Talladega Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through CrimeStoppers. Tipsters may remain anonymous.
Individuals with information regarding this case or any other crime can contact the 24-hour CrimeStoppers tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP (833-251-7867).
