Tyree Jones, a 29-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on October 4, 2022, in Roxboro, North Carolina. The incident occurred just before 11 p.m. in the 1700 block of Wall Street. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Jones deceased from multiple gunshot wounds. The Roxboro Police Department confirmed that the shooting did not appear to be random, indicating that Jones was specifically targeted.
The investigation into Tyree Jones' death led to the issuance of a
murder arrest warrant for Tycoy Dayshon Pettiford, a 20-year-old African American male who was already incarcerated in Craven County for parole violations. Pettiford is accused of shooting Jones on the night of October 4, 2022. The police have not disclosed the motive behind the shooting, but they have emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that additional arrests are likely to occur.
Roxboro Police Chief David Hess has called for an end to the violence in the community, highlighting the pain and suffering that families endure due to gun violence. The community has been urged to come forward with any information that could assist in the investigation. Despite the arrest warrant issued for Pettiford, no other suspects have been publicly identified, and the case remains under active investigation.
The death of Tyree Jones has left a significant impact on his family and the Roxboro community. He is survived by his children, fiancée, parents, siblings, and other relatives and friends. A Memorial Celebration of Life was held on October 18, 2022, to honor his memory and provide support to his grieving loved ones. The community continues to seek justice for Tyree Jones and hopes for a resolution to the case.
