Tollette Tonka George, 23, was fatally shot and found lying in the street shortly after 10 p.m. on June 24, 2016, near the intersection of Lauradale Drive and Vespasian Street in Algiers, New Orleans. Responding officers discovered him with multiple gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene.

A native of New Orleans, George graduated from Edna Karr Senior High School and played five seasons of college football at Alcorn State University, graduating in May 2016 with a degree in Recreation and Physical Education. Teammates and family recalled his infectious laughter and smile; he led the Braves in receiving in 2013.

No arrests or publicly identified suspects have been reported and the New Orleans Police Department continues to investigate. If anyone knew Tollette George or has information about what happened that night, please come forward to help his family find answers.