Nineteen-year-old JQuan Darius Wink Reed was found with life-threatening gunshot wounds at the corner of Barnard Street and Bay Lane in Savannah on February 10, 2024. He was taken to Memorial Health University Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries.

The Savannah Police Department opened an investigation. An 18-year-old, Rodobaldo Portuondo, surrendered to the Bradenton Beach Police Department in Florida and was booked into the Manatee County jail pending extradition to Chatham County, Georgia. Upon his return to Savannah, Portuondo was charged with murder in connection with Reed’s death.

Family and community members remembered Reed for his humble nature and memorable smile; his funeral services were held privately. If anyone knew JQuan Reed or has information about the shooting, please share what you can.