Tragic Shooting Claims the Life of Jumari Ya’seen McCoy in Roanoke
A quiet night in Roanoke, Virginia, turned into a nightmare on March 28, 2025, as gunfire rang out on 29th Street NW. By the time the chaos settled, 26-year-old Jumari Ya’seen McCoy lay critically wounded, his life slipping away despite desperate efforts to save him.
A Sudden, Violent Attack
At 8:42 p.m., Roanoke police received a call reporting a shooting in the area. Officers and medics rushed to the scene, finding McCoy bleeding from multiple gunshot wounds. He was immediately transported to the hospital, where doctors fought to stabilize him.
Tragically, he succumbed to his injuries, leaving his family and friends devastated.
Who Pulled the Trigger?
As of now, the shooter remains unidentified, and the motive is unclear. Investigators are combing through witness statements, security footage, and forensic evidence, trying to piece together what led to the deadly gunfire.
- Was this a targeted attack or a random act of violence?
- Did McCoy know his killer?
- Could a dispute have escalated into deadly gunfire?
These are the questions police and loved ones are desperately trying to answer.
A Family Shattered by Grief
Jumari Ya’seen McCoy was more than just a name on a police report. To his family, he was a son, a brother, a friend—a young man with dreams and a future. Now, they are left with unbearable grief and unanswered questions.
“We just want justice for him,” a heartbroken family member shared. “Whoever did this is still out there. We need answers.”
A Community Demands Justice
This tragic shooting has left the Roanoke community shaken. Violence like this leaves deep scars, not just on the victim’s family but on neighbors, friends, and an entire city longing for peace.
Roanoke police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Even the smallest detail could help bring a killer to justice.
If you know anything about this case, please contact Roanoke Police at (540) 344-8500 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900.
Gone Too Soon, But Not Forgotten
Jumari Ya’seen McCoy’s life was stolen far too soon, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. As his family prepares to lay him to rest, they hold onto the hope that justice will be served.
Our deepest condolences go out to his loved ones. May his family find strength, his community find peace, and his killer be brought to justice.