Jaykavion Gary, 16, was shot in the early hours of July 5, 2025. Law enforcement responded around 12:30 a.m. to a reported shooting in the 1900 block of Baytree Place in Remerton and found him with a gunshot wound. He was taken by ambulance to a local hospital and died of his injuries. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is leading the inquiry.

Investigators identified 21-year-old Lavernous Arnold as a person of interest and released a public description, warning he might be armed and dangerous and asking that he not be approached. Officials said several people were present during the shooting and that their cooperation is important to establish what happened. Specific homicide charges tied to Jaykavion Gary’s death have not been publicly detailed.

If anyone was at Baytree Place that night or has information about the shooting or the individuals involved, please come forward to assist the investigation.