Jaavon Smith

Do you know who murdered Jaavon Smith?
In the early hours of Tuesday, December 28, 2004, the life of 18-year-old Jaavon Smith was tragically cut short in Washington, D.C. Police responded to a report of a shooting at approximately 2:05 a.m. in the 1400 block of Smith Place, SE. Upon their arrival, they discovered Jaavon Smith, a resident of the 1400 block of Savannah Street, SE, suffering from gunshot wounds.

Emergency services transported the young man to Howard University Hospital in an effort to save his life. Despite their efforts, Smith succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. The case of Jaavon Smith's death is listed as a homicide.

The Metropolitan Police Department has included Jaavon Smith's case in its list of major unsolved homicides for 2004. To date, there have been no public announcements regarding any arrests made in connection with the shooting, and no suspects have been officially named. The investigation into the death of Jaavon Smith remains open.