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Jaylan Howard

Case from Phenix-city, AL dated Jan 21, 2024

Victim Details

Jaylan Howard

Male

Black / African American

Phenix-city

AL

2024-01-21

23

Jaylan

Howard

07/01/2026

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On a Sunday afternoon in Phenix City, Alabama, a burst of violence cut short the life of 23-year-old Jaylan Howard. The young man, known affectionately as 'Jay' to his friends and family, was shot on January 21, 2024, in the 1900 block of 13th Avenue. First responders rushed him to Piedmont Columbus Regional hospital, but his injuries proved fatal. He was pronounced dead at 4:13 P.M. that day from an apparent gunshot wound.

Born on January 18, 2001, Jaylan was a native of the nearby town ...
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  • CNAW 2 with Colin Scroggins: Man shot, killed Sunday afternoon in Phenix City
  • Legacy.com: Jaylan Howard Obituary - Taylor Funeral Home - 2024
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    I just can't stop thinking about how senseless this is. Jay was so young and had his whole life ahea... ...Read More
    03/27/2024
    I’ve been following Jaylan "Jay" Howard's case, and it's just so devastating to see such a promisi... ...Read More
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