Jalon Romell Wright, 18, was killed early on January 3, 2016, in Newport News, Virginia. Known to family and friends as Lotto, he was a Denbigh High School student who enjoyed cooking, swimming and fashion. He was in the backyard of a Turnberry Boulevard home when a dark-colored vehicle drove past and an occupant or occupants fired multiple rounds toward the house. Neighbors reported hearing as many as eight shots in rapid succession. Jalon was found inside the home with a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at 2:35 a.m.

Authorities have not publicly identified a motive or named suspects, and it is unclear whether Jalon was the intended target. No arrests have been announced and the case remains unsolved. Anyone who knew Jalon or who has information about the shooting is asked to come forward.