Makyla Perry was 15 and a sophomore at Jackson Central Merry High School when she was fatally injured in a shooting on the afternoon of January 25, 2025, in the 100 block of Hardee Street in Jackson, Tennessee. Described as bright, kind-hearted and joyous, she had honorable grades and was close to her family, which included her mother, her mother’s spouse, and a younger sister.

After her death it was revealed she had been pregnant, a fact her family said added another layer of tragedy. A juvenile suspect, identified as her boyfriend, was arrested and is facing charges in connection with the shooting. A memorial was held to celebrate her life.

Who in the Jackson community remembers Makyla or has information about what happened that afternoon on Hardee Street?