Jayla Blackshear

Murdered

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Case Description    (Solved)
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n April 2022, Anchorage, Alaska, was shaken by the tragic deaths of 35-year-old nurse Raechyl Blackshear and her 14-year-old daughter, Jayla. Their bodies were discovered on April 15 in their East Anchorage home, both having suffered fatal shotgun wounds. The incident was immediately classified as a double homicide, prompting an intensive investigation by local authorities.

Prior to the homicides, on March 30, Jayla reported to the police that she had been sexually assaulted by her fath ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Jayla Blackshear

    Female

    Black / African American

    Anchorage

    AK

    2022-04-15

    14

    Jayla

    Blackshear

    Yes

    11/19/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    It is with heavy hearts that we must inform you of the tragic news that Jayla Blackshear was murdere... ...Read More
    02/17/2024
    Does anyone know if there was a candlelight vigil held for Jayla? I would like to pay my respects an... ...Read More
    12/17/2023
    I'm curious to learn more about Jayla Blackshear. Can anyone provide any information or insights abo... ...Read More
    08/30/2023