In the late hours of a Saturday, on June 4, 2022, the life of 34-year-old Jah-Quan Owens was tragically cut short in Albany, New York. Owens, a father to fourteen children, was found with a gunshot wound to his torso in a parking lot on Central Avenue, between Partridge Street and Manning Boulevard. The call for help went out around 11 p.m., and upon their arrival, police discovered Owens injured.
He was quickly transported to Albany Medical Center Hospital, but his wound proved to be fatal, and he was pronounced dead.
Known affectionately as 'Seven' to his friends and family, Jah-Quan Owens was described as a family-oriented man who was deeply loved. His sudden and violent death sent ripples of grief through his community. He was born in Albany on January 2, 1988, and had spent his life in the city, attending the local school district. In his adult years, he worked as a laborer. His passing was mourned by a large family, including his wife, parents, and numerous siblings.
In the wake of the shooting, the Albany Police Department opened a homicide investigation. Despite their efforts and public appeals for information, details about a potential suspect or suspects have not been released to the public. The investigation into the murder of Jah-Quan Owens is considered ongoing, and as of now, no arrests have been announced in connection with his death. The case remains an open wound for his family and the wider Albany community, a stark reminder of the persistent issue of gun violence.
