Trayonte Tramaine Sylvester, 23, was shot near Fallbrook Drive and Northwest Park in northwest Harris County on June 25, 2021 and died of his wounds the next day. Investigators recovered nearly 20 shell casings at the scene but found none inside Trayonte’s vehicle, which led them to conclude he likely did not return fire. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has stated he was the intended target rather than a random victim and described the attack as targeted rather than road rage.

Authorities said the investigation was in its early stages and were seeking witnesses and video footage from the area. No arrests or suspects had been named and the case remained open. Trayonte performed as a rap artist under the name 44theStepper and is remembered by family as a devoted son, brother and father.

If anyone saw activity near Fallbrook Drive and Northwest Park on June 25, 2021 or has video or other information, please contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.