Kavas Jemison was 16 when he was found dead on July 23, 2022. First responders discovered him unresponsive in the back seat of a vehicle on Interstate 59/20 southbound near the Bush Boulevard exit; he had sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the head and was pronounced dead. Investigators say the shooting likely occurred in the Pratt City area, near where he lived.

A female went to the police department’s West Precinct shortly after the incident and was questioned, but no charges were filed at that time. Authorities later said they had identified the individuals involved and forwarded their findings to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office. Kavas had just finished 10th grade at Jackson-Olin High School and was remembered by his mother, Akita Jemison, as loving and kind, often helping neighbors by cutting grass and walking his dogs. His mother has pushed for more constructive activities for young people since his death.

If anyone knew Kavas, saw him in Pratt City that evening, or has information about what happened, please come forward.