A state delegate is asking the Virginia State Police to help solve the murder of a Roanoke teen who was shot and killed in Myrtle Beach on Saturday.
Jakolbi Taylor, 16, died at the scene of the shooting around 1 a.m., according to the Myrtle Beach Police Department. The homicide took place in a beach access area.
As the community mourns the loss of Taylor, Del. Sam Rasoul (D-Roanoke) is asking VSP to offer assistance to South Carolina authorities in the investigation into the murder.
Myrtle Beach Police have not announced an arrest or a suspect in the case.
“What a tragic loss of a bright young soul in our community,” said Rasoul. “We want to ensure that any resources we have here in Virginia to assist in this investigation are offered.”
Rasoul said that the State Police have been responsive to his request and are reaching out to South Carolina authorities.
Taylor, a student at Patrick Henry High School, was in Myrtle Beach for a travel basketball tournament.
His funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 11 a.m. at Patrick Henry High School.
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