Zykiqurio Lofton, known as Zy, was 15 when he was fatally shot on December 29, 2022, near the Citrus Grove Apartments in Saint Petersburg, Florida. The shooting happened just after 9 p.m. while Zy was walking in the area of 9th Avenue South and 16th Street South; he ran toward a nearby gas station seeking help but died at the hospital. His mother, Jessica Lofton, described him as her best friend and the oldest of her five children.

Investigators concluded Zy was targeted. A 17-year-old acquaintance, Deonte Bishop, was arrested shortly after the killing and charged with first-degree felony murder. Two more suspects were later arrested: David Moore on February 14, 2023, charged with first-degree felony murder, and Jeremiah Davis, arrested March 3, 2023, also charged with first-degree murder; Davis was found in possession of a handgun at arrest. Authorities say a personal motive is suspected and have offered a reward through Crime Stoppers of Pinellas.

Does anyone in the area remember anything unusual that night or have information that could help the investigation?