Cedric Hayes Jr., a 26-year-old African American male from Tallahassee, FL, tragically passed away on June 12, 2016. His body was discovered in a car on Crawfordville Highway, near the corner of Ross Road, around 5 a.m. The Leon County Sheriff's Office identified his death as a homicide and launched an investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding his untimely demise.
Cedric Hayes Jr.
was a graduate of Rickards High School and held a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from American Inter-Continental University. He was remembered fondly by his family and friends, including his son, Quinton Hayes, and fiancée, Kacy Flowers. His funeral services were held on June 25, 2016, at the Old West Florida Enrichment Center in Tallahassee, with burial in St. Peter Cemetery, Woodville, FL.
The investigation into Cedric Hayes Jr.'s death revealed that he had been shot multiple times. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, no arrests were made immediately following the incident. The Leon County Sheriff's Office continued to seek information from the public, urging anyone with knowledge about the case to come forward. The lack of immediate leads and suspects made the investigation challenging, and the case remained open as authorities worked tirelessly to bring justice to Cedric Hayes Jr. and his grieving family.
Over the years, the community of Tallahassee has remembered Cedric Hayes Jr. through various memorials and tributes, highlighting the impact of his loss on those who knew him. The ongoing investigation into his murder underscores the persistent efforts of law enforcement to solve the case and provide closure to his loved ones. Despite the passage of time, the search for answers continues, with the hope that new information will eventually lead to the apprehension of those responsible for his death.
