Wayne Franks was 20 when he was fatally shot in New York, New York, on January 29, 1996. Described by those who knew him as having an amazing sense of humor and strong family values, he attended Automotive High School and was working as a manager at a Roy Rogers restaurant in Brooklyn at the time of his death. Known to friends as 5 Fry, his sudden, violent death left a void for family and friends.

The circumstances of the shooting are unclear and there is no indication of any arrests being made in connection with the murder. Does anyone who knew Wayne or was in Brooklyn around January 29, 1996 have information that could help shed light on what happened?