O'Bryant Robinson, a 22-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed in Charlotte, North Carolina, on October 24, 2020. Robinson, who was known by his social media handle "iambizzle_," was a popular Instagram model with a significant following. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning on Potenza Drive, where Robinson was found with a gunshot wound inside a home.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to the shooting after receiving a report of an assault with a deadly weapon. The investigation revealed that Robinson was ambushed and shot, leading to his untimely death. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but it is believed that jealousy over Robinson's fame and good looks may have played a role.
In the days following the incident, the police identified 20-year-old Jaelyn Morrison as the suspect in Robinson's murder. Morrison was arrested and charged with murder on October 27, 2020. The arrest was made by the CMPD's Violent Criminal Apprehension Team, who located Morrison and took him into custody. The investigation into Robinson's death is ongoing, with no additional leads or suspects identified at this time.
Robinson's death marked the 98th homicide in Charlotte for the year 2020, highlighting a wave of violence in the city. The community mourned the loss of the young social media star, with many fans and friends paying tribute to him on his Instagram account. Robinson was also an aspiring rap musician and had plans to release an album before his untimely death. He is survived by his son, who now faces a future without his father.
The case against Jaelyn Morrison is still pending, with no further updates on the legal proceedings. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding Robinson's death, seeking justice for the young man whose life was cut short by violence.
