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Gloucester County: Victim identified in Monday homicide

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Authorities have identified the body of a man found dead in Gloucester County on Monday.

It has been determined that Tavon Jay McKoy, 18, of Fairfax County, was killed at another location, and his body was left at the scene in the 3600 block of Providence Road in Gloucester County where it was discovered.

The death has been ruled a homicide.

The case is now an active criminal investigation. Gloucester County Sheriff’s investigators are working closely with the Fairfax County Police Department and several other Northern Virginia criminal justice agencies.

If anyone has information about this incident that may assist investigators, contact Criminal Investigator J.T. Holt at (804) 693-1133 or by email ([email protected]). If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the Crime Line at 888-LOCK-U-UP (888-562-5887).

Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash award if their information leads to an arrest. Callers may reference case number 2022-01613.

 
 

 




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Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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