James Derrick Jordan Jr., 25, known as Tink, was shot and killed on Absecon Boulevard in Atlantic City, New Jersey on August 26, 2012. He was remembered by family and friends for his love of rap music, his comedic talent, and for looking out for those close to him.

Authorities arrested Keshaun Earley at his Hamilton Township home later that day. Earley told investigators he had been at home all day; eyewitnesses later identified him as the shooter. At trial the prosecution challenged Earley’s alibi and presented witness testimony; the defense introduced cell phone records placing Earley’s phone in Mays Landing at the time of the shooting. The jury convicted Earley of Jordan’s murder and related weapons offenses after deliberation, and he received a lengthy prison sentence.