In the summer of 2018, the life of Jason Maurice Taylor, a 35-year-old Black/African American man, was tragically cut short in Las Vegas, Nevada. On July 22, Taylor was found deceased in a case that continues to leave his family and community searching for answers. The circumstances surrounding his death were violent, with reports indicating he was a victim of gun violence.
Born on June 2, 1983, Jason was known by friends and family by the nicknames "MEALTICKET" and "Captain".
He was a father to two daughters, Janai and Jaila. Described as a very kind man with a "heart of gold," he had been employed for 14 years as a salesman at independently owned Metro PCS stores. He attended high school in Long Beach, California before his life brought him to Las Vegas.
Despite a thorough investigation by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the case of Jason Maurice Taylor's death remains unsolved. To date, no suspects have been publicly identified or arrested in connection with his killing. The investigation remains active, and authorities continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward to help bring closure to his family. The lack of resolution in his case is a painful reality for those who knew and loved him.
