JaQuevin Pooh Myles, a 19-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on March 1, 2012, in Miami, FL. Myles was a victim of a drive-by shooting while he was sitting inside a Chevrolet Impala with his best friend, Roman Bradley, who was 20 years old. The incident occurred on NW 22nd Avenue Road. Both young men were airlifted to Ryder Trauma Center, where they were pronounced dead.
The investigation revealed that the shooting was carried out by two suspects, Devin Williams, 27, and Kristopher Joseph, 20. According to Miami-Dade Police, Williams drove a black Ford while Joseph leaned out of a rear window and fired several rounds at the parked Impala, striking both Myles and Bradley multiple times. The motive behind the shooting remains unknown.
Following the incident, both suspects were apprehended and charged with murder. Kristopher Joseph faced a charge of first-degree murder, while Devin Williams was charged with felony murder. The case drew significant attention due to the senseless nature of the violence and the young ages of both the victims and the perpetrators.
JaQuevin Myles was on his way to pick up his 5-month-old daughter, JaDore, when the shooting occurred. His death left a profound impact on his family and community. His mother, Jackie Hall, along with the mothers of other victims, founded the RJT Foundation to support families coping with the loss of loved ones due to violence. The foundation provides resources for grief counseling, care packages, and financial assistance for funerals, aiming to restore joy and trust in affected families.
The tragic deaths of JaQuevin Myles and Roman Bradley highlight the devastating effects of gun violence and the ongoing efforts by their families to create positive change in their community.
