In the early hours of Tuesday, September 8, 2026, a fatal shooting shook the Morvant community. Police were called to a corner of Second Caledonia Road near Juman, where a 22‑year‑old man was found lying on the roadway.
The victim, identified as Tylan Hinkson of Redwood Street, sustained multiple gunshot wounds that left him severely injured. The bullets caused extensive damage to his face, hands, and legs, rendering him unable to walk.
Responding officers secured the scene and called for a District Medical Officer, who pronounced Hinkson dead on the spot. The police have yet to identify a suspect and are canvassing the area for witnesses and surveillance footage.
Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, and they urge anyone with information to come forward. Local residents expressed shock and called for heightened security measures in the neighborhood.
The Morvant Police Department has set up a community outreach program to address residents’ concerns about safety. Hinkson’s family is reportedly coping with the loss while demanding answers.
