Juforest Isiah Hicks, a 21-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on December 17, 2018, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred late at night at an apartment complex on Axminster Court. After being shot multiple times, Hicks managed to relocate to a nearby Quiktrip gas station on South Boulevard, where he was found by paramedics and transported to a hospital.
Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Hicks succumbed to his injuries in the early hours of December 18, 2018.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department launched a homicide investigation immediately following the incident. Initial reports indicated that the shooting took place just before 11 p.m. on December 17. Investigators processed the scene and collected evidence, but no arrests were made at that time. The lead detective assigned to the case was Detective Tisdale, and the public was urged to provide any information that could assist in solving the case.
As of the latest available information, the investigation into the murder of Juforest Isiah Hicks remains ongoing. No suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been made. The CMPD continues to seek leads and encourages anyone with information to come forward. The case highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in solving violent crimes and the importance of community cooperation in bringing justice to the victims and their families.
