On a spring evening in Phenix City, Alabama, the life of 35-year-old Terence Antwan Hayes was tragically cut short. On April 28, 2020, Hayes was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds near the intersection of 10th Avenue South and Fontaine Road. Emergency services transported him to Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries just before midnight.
A resident of Seale, Alabama, Hayes was known for his skills in auto body and paint work and was a graduate of Central High School.
The Phenix City Police Department immediately launched a homicide investigation into the shooting, appealing to the public for any information that could lead to an arrest. For nearly three years, the case remained under active investigation as authorities worked to bring justice for Hayes and his family. The investigation eventually led to the arrest of a man from Columbus, Georgia, who was subsequently charged with Hayes's murder.
In April 2023, the accused individual stood trial for the murder of Terence Antwan Hayes. The proceedings were closely watched by Hayes's family, who had waited patiently for this day in court. However, after the presentation of evidence and deliberation, the jury was unable to reach a unanimous decision. The judge declared a mistrial due to the jury being 'hopelessly deadlocked.' This outcome left the case unresolved and the quest for justice for Terence Antwan Hayes ongoing. There have been no further public announcements regarding a potential retrial or other developments in the case.
