Otavis Gerquel McKinnon, 37, was shot and killed in Goldsboro, North Carolina, on March 31, 2026. Police were called to the 300 block of Hollowell Avenue at about 12:43 a.m.; officers found McKinnon with apparent gunshot wounds and Wayne County EMS pronounced him dead at the scene.

Known in his community as Black Tay from the J, McKinnon worked at the Mt. Olive Pickle Plant, attended Goldsboro High School, and is survived by his mother, a son, several bonus children, siblings, and his girlfriend. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers. Does anyone in Goldsboro have information that could help the investigation?