Thomas Alexander Medley

Thomas Alexander “Toby” Medley Jr. was a man known for his generous spirit, ready smile, and creative talents that brought joy to those around him. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on January 13, 1977, to Vandonia Sharp and Thomas Alexander Medley Sr., Toby was a beloved father, son, and brother. Family and friends remember him as someone who could light up a room and make ordinary moments feel special with his humor and engaging stories. A man of faith, he was deeply moved by a trip to Israel in November 1999, an experience that deepened his warmth toward others. This journey inspired him to teach and uplift people, and he was known to often speak about God, encouraging others to pray.

Toby expressed his creativity and care for others in practical ways. He loved to cook for his loved ones, was a talented barber who styled hair for friends, and found an outlet in drawing and painting. He had a particular love for children, often taking younger family members and neighborhood kids under his wing. At the time of his death, he was the devoted father to his two-year-old daughter, Rose Brandi Medley. His large, close-knit family, including his parents, stepparents, siblings, and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins, treasured his constant presence and laughter.

The life of this 32-year-old Black man was suddenly and violently ended in the early morning hours of Monday, August 10, 2009. According to official records, Thomas Medley was found shot in the 200 block of South Herring Court, a small residential street in a South Baltimore neighborhood. His death was noted in his obituary as a sudden call "home of glory." Publicly available information regarding the specific circumstances leading up to the shooting is virtually nonexistent. It remains unknown what brought him to that location or what transpired in the moments before he was killed.

The investigation into Thomas Medley's homicide was handled by the Baltimore Police Department. However, in the years since his death, there have been no public announcements regarding any leads, potential motives, or persons of interest. The case has not yielded any arrests, and no suspects have ever been named. The silence surrounding the official investigation stands in stark contrast to the vibrant life Toby lived and the many people who loved him. His death was one of more than 200 homicides that occurred in Baltimore in 2009, a year marked by persistent violence in the city.

The absence of a resolution has left his family and community with unanswered questions and a profound sense of loss. For years, there has been no justice for the man who was remembered for telling his side of every story and reassuring others that, with prayer, everything would be alright. His art, his cooking, and the memory of his laughter are what remain for a family that continues to cherish his memory.

As of late 2026, the murder of Thomas Alexander Medley remains unsolved. His case is a cold case within the Baltimore Police Department, waiting for the new information that could finally lead to an arrest and provide answers to his loved ones. The details of who took his life and why remain a mystery, leaving a painful void for all who knew him.