Taj Anthony Butler was killed in a drive-by shooting on May 31, 2023, in Daytona Beach. He was 24 and was shot multiple times while stopped at a red light at South Nova Road and Bellevue Avenue. He was taken to Halifax Health Medical Center, where he died.

Investigators describe the attack as targeted. Authorities arrested 29-year-old Devonte Smokes as a person of interest and a grand jury subsequently indicted him for first-degree murder, alleging he shot Butler while Butler was stopped in traffic. Later, 37-year-old Cory Crooms was arrested after a high-speed chase and charged as principal to premeditated first-degree murder, accused of providing firearms, masks, and the vehicle used in the crime. The investigation remains ongoing and police have not ruled out further arrests.

Butler is remembered for his interest in music, sports, and entrepreneurship and had started a clothing line. He is survived by his daughter Ny'Launi Brown, his parents, and several siblings. Does anyone have information about Butler’s activities or associates in Daytona Beach around May 2023 that could help the investigation?